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Accounting for Governmental and Nonprofit Entities 15th Edition by Earl Wilson,Jacqueline Reck,Susan Kattelus

Edition 15ISBN: 978-0073379609
book Accounting for Governmental and Nonprofit Entities 15th Edition by Earl Wilson,Jacqueline Reck,Susan Kattelus cover

Accounting for Governmental and Nonprofit Entities 15th Edition by Earl Wilson,Jacqueline Reck,Susan Kattelus

Edition 15ISBN: 978-0073379609
Exercise 1
Explain how general purpose governments differ from special purpose governments and give a few examples of each type of government.
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General purpose governments differ from special purpose governments primarily in terms of the scope of their legal powers and the range of services provided.  General purpose governments typically have much more power over citizens and provide a much greater range of services than do special purpose governments.  Examples of general purpose governments include states, counties, townships, cities, and villages.  Special purpose governments typically include such special districts as those for police and fire protection, sanitation, and water, and organizations such as school districts and public colleges and universities.
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