3. The common set of standards and procedures by which audited financial statements are prepared is known as the: A. B. C. matching principle. cash flow identity. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Financial Accounting Reporting Principles. Standard Accounting Value Guidelines. D. 4. Which one of the following is the financial statement that summarizes a firm's revenue and expenses over a period of time? income statement balance sheet statement of cash flows tax reconciliation statement market value report