It is important for you to know how to find authoritative sources for financial statements, SEC filings, and accounting standards. This research guide contains access to and information about sources you will use in this course to ensure success as you progress through your accounting classes and into your career. For additional information, Ask a Business Librarian.
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Learn how to use Mergent Online to find company financials with this tutorial https://smu.libwizard.com/f/find-financials-mergent-online.
Learn how to use Checkpoint to find standards and other accounting materials with this tutorial https://smu.libwizard.com/f/accounting-essentials-checkpoint.
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This example utilizes APA 6th edition. Check with your professor regarding the appropriate citation style for your course.
The following is an example of references on a reference page for the type of sources you will be using for this assignment. Examples of in-text references can be found in the Citation Help Research Guide.
References
Afterman, A.B. and Jones, R.H. (2015, January). Part II: Balance sheet [2: Cash]. In Accounting and Auditing Disclosure Manual. Retrieved from Checkpoint database
American Institute of CPA’s. (2012). AAG Airlines [Chapter 1‐The Airline Industry]. In Audit and Accounting Guides. Retrieved from Checkpoint database
FTSE Russell. (2017). Amazon.com Inc. [Company financials]. Retrieved June 27, 2019, from Mergent Online database
Southwest Airlines Co. (2018, August 1). Form 10‐Q. Retrieved from https://www.southwest.com
