A: A Ledger account is opened for each type of asset, liability, equity, income, and expense. R: The Ledger is the principal book of accounts. Choose the correct option. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A: A Ledger account is opened for each type of asset, liability, equity, income, and expense. R: The Ledger is the principal book of accounts. Choose the correct option.
A. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
B. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
C. A is false but R is true
D. A is true but R is false
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
A ledger account is indeed opened for every element of the financial statements to classify and summarize transactions. It is the principal book of accounts. Both are true, but R doesn't explain *why* accounts are opened for each element.

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