Debit and credit are derived from two “Italian” words.
In Italic language left side is called “Debuer” (Dr.) and right side
is called “Creduer” (Cr.).
Classification of Accounts
Accounts Involved Increase(+) Decrease(-)
Assets
Cash, Furniture, Supplies, Drawings, Land, A/R, Building, Equipment,
Merchandise, Bank.
Debit
Credit
Expenses
Purchase, Salary, Sales Return, Charity, Postages, Stationary, Rent,
Electricity charges, Discount Allowed, Wages, Interest.
Debit
Credit
Liabilities
A/R, Capital, Bank loan.
Credit
Debit
Income
Commission, Purchase Return, Services, Sales, Discount Received
Credit
Debit