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EmprendimientoEmprendimiento302 views·Updated Jun 14, 2026·1 page

Diferencias entre Gastos y Costos: Conceptos Clave

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Sam@tokyo_019

¿Sabés qué tienen en común una hamburguesa de McDonald's y...

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# TEMA INTRODUCTORIO

## GASTOS

FRAY LUCA PACIOLI

Gastos de dinero o recursos
que realiza una entidad en
sus operaciones
comerciales y que

Gastos vs Costos: La Diferencia Clave

Los gastos son todo el dinero que una empresa gasta para mantener sus operaciones funcionando. Imaginate los gastos como todo lo que necesitás para que tu negocio "respire": luz, agua, salarios de administración, publicidad.

Los costos, por otro lado, son específicamente lo que gastás para crear tu producto o servicio. Si vendés empanadas, los costos incluyen la harina, la carne y el tiempo del cocinero. Todo lo que va directo en hacer las empanadas.

💡 Recordá: Los gastos mantienen la empresa funcionando, los costos crean el producto.

Los expertos como Fray Luca Pacioli (el padre de la contabilidad) y Charles Horngren coinciden en que distinguir entre estos dos es fundamental para llevar registros financieros precisos y saber realmente cuánto te cuesta producir algo.

Los elementos básicos de los costos son tres: materiales (lo que comprás para producir), mano de obra (lo que pagás a quienes trabajan directo en la producción) y gastos generales (todo lo demás que necesitás).

Finalmente, podés clasificar los costos de varias formas: fijos (que no cambian aunque produzcas más o menos) y variables (que suben o bajan según cuánto produzcas). También están los directos (que van directo al producto) e indirectos (que son compartidos entre varios productos).

We thought you’d never ask...

What is the Knowunity AI companion?

Our AI companion is specifically built for the needs of students. Based on the millions of content pieces we have on the platform we can provide truly meaningful and relevant answers to students. But its not only about answers, the companion is even more about guiding students through their daily learning challenges, with personalised study plans, quizzes or content pieces in the chat and 100% personalisation based on the students skills and developments.

Where can I download the Knowunity app?

You can download the app in the Google Play Store and in the Apple App Store.

Is Knowunity really free of charge?

That's right! Enjoy free access to study content, connect with fellow students, and get instant help – all at your fingertips.

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4.6/5App Store
4.7/5Google Play

The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.

Stefan SiOS user

This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.

Samantha KlichAndroid user

Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.

AnnaiOS user

EmprendimientoEmprendimiento302 views·Updated Jun 14, 2026·1 page

Diferencias entre Gastos y Costos: Conceptos Clave

S
Sam@tokyo_019

¿Sabés qué tienen en común una hamburguesa de McDonald's y tu celular? Ambos tienen costos y gastos detrás que las empresas deben controlar para no quebrar. Te voy a explicar estos conceptos básicos de contabilidad que son súper importantes para...

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of 1
# TEMA INTRODUCTORIO

## GASTOS

FRAY LUCA PACIOLI

Gastos de dinero o recursos
que realiza una entidad en
sus operaciones
comerciales y que

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Gastos vs Costos: La Diferencia Clave

Los gastos son todo el dinero que una empresa gasta para mantener sus operaciones funcionando. Imaginate los gastos como todo lo que necesitás para que tu negocio "respire": luz, agua, salarios de administración, publicidad.

Los costos, por otro lado, son específicamente lo que gastás para crear tu producto o servicio. Si vendés empanadas, los costos incluyen la harina, la carne y el tiempo del cocinero. Todo lo que va directo en hacer las empanadas.

💡 Recordá: Los gastos mantienen la empresa funcionando, los costos crean el producto.

Los expertos como Fray Luca Pacioli (el padre de la contabilidad) y Charles Horngren coinciden en que distinguir entre estos dos es fundamental para llevar registros financieros precisos y saber realmente cuánto te cuesta producir algo.

Los elementos básicos de los costos son tres: materiales (lo que comprás para producir), mano de obra (lo que pagás a quienes trabajan directo en la producción) y gastos generales (todo lo demás que necesitás).

Finalmente, podés clasificar los costos de varias formas: fijos (que no cambian aunque produzcas más o menos) y variables (que suben o bajan según cuánto produzcas). También están los directos (que van directo al producto) e indirectos (que son compartidos entre varios productos).

We thought you’d never ask...

What is the Knowunity AI companion?

Our AI companion is specifically built for the needs of students. Based on the millions of content pieces we have on the platform we can provide truly meaningful and relevant answers to students. But its not only about answers, the companion is even more about guiding students through their daily learning challenges, with personalised study plans, quizzes or content pieces in the chat and 100% personalisation based on the students skills and developments.

Where can I download the Knowunity app?

You can download the app in the Google Play Store and in the Apple App Store.

Is Knowunity really free of charge?

That's right! Enjoy free access to study content, connect with fellow students, and get instant help – all at your fingertips.

Most popular content: Costs

3

Most popular content in Emprendimiento

9

Most popular content

9

Can't find what you're looking for? Explore other subjects.

Students love us — and so will you.

4.6/5App Store
4.7/5Google Play

The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.

Stefan SiOS user

This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.

Samantha KlichAndroid user

Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.

AnnaiOS user