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adjustment

Definition

A deduction made to charge off a loss, as with a bad debt.

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acquisition cost
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adjusted balance method
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constant ratio plan
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Mentioned in these terms

subsequent rate adjustments
cumulative translation adjustment account
Structural Adjustment Loan Facility (SAL)
cumulative translation adjustment (CTA)
loss adjustment expense
border tax adjustment
adjustment credit
structural adjustment
payment adjustment interval
actuarial adjustment