Accounting errors are considered accounting changes and treated accordingly.

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Accounting errors are not considered accounting changes as accounting changes refer to deliberate modifications made to accounting practices, policies, or principles, while accounting errors are unintentional mistakes made during the accounting process. Accounting errors are corrected through the use of adjusting entries, whereas accounting changes require disclosure and explanation in the financial statements.

Accounting Errors Are Considered Accounting Changes and Treated Accordingly