Chapter 1 is about accounting standards, GAAP and IFRS. The U.S. uses GAAP, while almost everyone else uses IFRS. They have been talking about a convergence of the two sets of standards for many years. It's a slow process. The chapter also talks about the three majors parties involved in setting GAAP standards and how GAAP is now codified (one place for all GAAP authority in one place). I can remember the old days when it was not. Also, lobbyists (excuse me, "industry user groups") certainly influence GAAP standards. Speak to any of these issues or other takeaways from Chapter 1. ( 300 words or more, ty)