An auditor's primary responsibility is to: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

An auditor's primary responsibility is to:
A. Compute tax liability
B. Prepare financial statements
C. Detect all frauds
D. Express an opinion on the financial statements
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Auditor examines the financial statements and provides an opinion whether they give a true and fair view.

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Practice More Accountancy and Book Keeping Questions

Question #1
'Intangible Assets' are covered by:
A. AS 10
B. AS 26
C. AS 2
D. AS 28

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
AS 26 deals with recognition, measurement, and disclosure of intangible assets.

Question #2
The 'Tax Invoice' under GST must be issued:
A. Quarterly
B. Within 30 days of supply of goods
C. Before or at the time of removal/delivery of goods; for services, within 30 days
D. Monthly

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
For goods, invoice is issued before/at the time of supply; for services, within 30 days (45 days for banks/insurance).

Question #3
S1: Audit is an independent examination of financial information. S2: Audit is conducted to express an opinion on the financial statements. Which statement(s) is/are correct?
A. S1 only
B. S2 only
C. Neither S1 nor S2
D. Both S1 and S2

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Audit is an independent, objective examination of financial statements and related data. The primary objective is to express an opinion on whether they present a true and fair view. Both statements are correct.