John R. Dyson
ACCOUNTING
FOR NON-ACCOUNTING STUDENTS
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ACCOUNTING
FOR NON-ACCOUNTING STUDENTS
Eighth Edition
John R. Dyson
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References: Cairn Energy plc, Annual Report and Accounts, 2008. J. Smart & Co (Contractor) PLC, Annual Report and Accounts, 2008.