1. How would you define ethics? What are three factors that might affect good ethical conduct? Conduct research and provide an explanation of why the Sarbanes-Oxley Act was created and how it relates to ethics. What are the legal liabilities of an accountant?

2. The accounting equation is foundation of accounting. Understanding debits/credits and the account normal balances are just as important. Sometimes, these concepts are difficult to understand and/or remember. Please research the Internet to find fun and easy ways to remember this information. It could be a song, a mnemonic, phrase, video, etc. It can even be something that you have created. Make sure that the information is college appropriate. Please post your findings and include a link that references the material. Then in a minimum of a paragraph, summarize why you choose this source, how it has helped you remember the material, and why other students would find it helpful.

3.How does the income statement prepared for a company that sells goods (merchandiser) differ from that prepared for a service business?