A suspense account with a credit balance indicates that: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A suspense account with a credit balance indicates that:
A. Total of debit column of Trial Balance was higher
B. Total of credit column of Trial Balance was higher
C. Profit is overstated
D. Assets exceed liabilities
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
To force the Trial Balance to tally, a credit balance is placed in the suspense account to compensate for a heavier debit side.

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A social audit in India under MGNREGA is conducted by:
A. Chartered accountant
B. External auditor appointed by government
C. Gram Sabha through social audit units
D. CAG directly

Correct Answer: Option C


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Correct Answer: Option B


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