Forum: Accounting Overview Instructions 1.Before responding to the discussion forum, you should read, study, and analyze chapter 1 of the Accounting textbook, and consult other relevant resources (optional resources, videos, and others indicated by the teacher).

2.Read the following hypothetical scenario carefully: Rosa Hernndez and Mara Daz are fashion designers. They are considering joining forces and setting up their own business. Rosa wants to invest in taking an accounting course to start her business or hiring an accountant. Maria thinks that it is not necessary and that all they need is to look for a place and start working, because they already have several clients who are waiting for them to open a business.

3. Use the following questions to direct your participation in the discussion forum based on what you learned in the resources studied and in the hypothetical situation: a. What do you think about the position taken by Mary? Express an informed opinion, presenting your arguments from the perspective of what accounting is. b. Indicate how you would advise Maria and Rosa on the subject of the importance or relevance of accounting in the business.