A 'Capital Reserve' can be used for: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A 'Capital Reserve' can be used for:
A. Issue of bonus shares
B. Distribution of dividend
C. Writing off revenue losses
D. Payment of salaries
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Capital reserve, generally, can be used for issuing fully paid bonus shares, not for dividend distribution (except some specific reserves).

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Practice More Accountancy and Book Keeping Questions

Question #1
The financial statement that shows the financial position of an entity at a specific date is:
A. Trading Account
B. Cash Flow Statement
C. Profit & Loss Account
D. Balance Sheet

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Balance Sheet is a statement of assets and liabilities as on a specific date, showing financial position.

Question #2
The 'MAT credit' can be carried forward for:
A. 8 years
B. Indefinite
C. 5 years
D. 15 years

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
MAT credit can be carried forward for 15 assessment years.

Question #3
The 'Payment of Bonus Act, 1965' is applicable to:
A. All employees
B. Employees drawing wages up to ₹21,000 per month
C. Only government employees
D. Only private sector

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The Act applies to employees with wages ≤ ₹21,000 per month (threshold may vary with amendments).