A credit sale of ₹10,000 to Ram was posted as ₹1,000. This is an error of: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A credit sale of ₹10,000 to Ram was posted as ₹1,000. This is an error of:
A. Commission
B. Omission
C. Principle
D. Compensation
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Error of commission occurs when a transaction is incorrectly recorded, e.g., wrong amount, wrong posting.

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Practice More Accountancy and Book Keeping Questions

Question #1
In the context of the Trial Balance, which of the following is correct?
A. It provides a summary of all ledger balances.
B. It proves that no errors have been made.
C. It is prepared at the beginning of the year.
D. It is an account in the ledger.

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
A Trial Balance is a statement (not an account) that summarizes all ledger balances to check arithmetical accuracy.

Question #2
S1: Depreciation is charged on all fixed assets except land. S2: Depreciation is charged on land if it is a freehold land. Which statement(s) is/are correct?
A. S2 only
B. Both S1 and S2
C. Neither S1 nor S2
D. S1 only

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Depreciation is charged on all depreciable fixed assets. Land (specifically freehold land) has an unlimited useful life and is not depreciated. Leasehold land is depreciated over the lease term. S1 is correct, S2 is incorrect.

Question #3
On attaining majority, a minor admitted to benefits has the option to become a partner within:
A. 3 months
B. 2 years
C. 6 months
D. 1 year

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Within 6 months of attaining majority, he must decide whether to become a partner or not.