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(i)To reduce details to be recorded in the ledger accounts /to reduce the bulkiness of the ledger
(ii)Act as back up data from which other information may be extracted if need arise /for future reference
(iii)contain information in details /description of transactions (such as units, trade discounts and terms of
sale)
(iv) the journal is used to trace / locate errors made when recording transactions
(v) to ensure that double entry is adhered to
(vi) to minimize /discourage fraud /enhance accountability
(vii) acts as diary /record transactions as they occur
(viii) used to prepare control /total accounts
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