A petty cash voucher is authorized by: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A petty cash voucher is authorized by:
A. The external auditor
B. The payee
C. The bank manager
D. The petty cashier or an authorized manager
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
For internal control, petty cash vouchers must be authorized by a responsible official before disbursement is made.

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Question #1
The mechanism by which a business can reduce its tax liability by claiming credit for taxes paid on purchases is called:
A. Tax Refund
B. Input Tax Credit (ITC)
C. Reverse Charge Mechanism (RCM)
D. Tax Deduction at Source (TDS)

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
ITC avoids the cascading effect of taxes by allowing a set-off of tax paid on inputs against tax payable on output.

Question #2
A and B are partners. A draws ₹5,000 at the beginning of each month. Interest on drawings @ 12% p.a. for the year will be:
A. ₹3,900
B. ₹3,600
C. ₹3,300
D. ₹3,000

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
If drawings are made in the beginning of every month, average period = (12+1)/2 = 6.5 months. Total drawings = 5000*12 = 60,000. Interest = 60,000 * 12% * 6.5/12 = 60000 * 0.12 * 0.54167 = ₹3,900.

Question #3
In a bank reconciliation statement, an overdraft as per the cash book will be increased by:
A. Interest allowed by bank
B. Cheques deposited but not credited
C. Cheques issued but not presented for payment
D. Direct deposit by customer

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Cheques issued but not presented reduce the bank balance, so they are added to the overdraft balance as per the cash book to reconcile with the pass book.