An 'Error of Principle' occurs when: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

An 'Error of Principle' occurs when:
A. Wrong amount is posted
B. A transaction is completely omitted
C. A capital expenditure is treated as revenue expenditure
D. Posting to wrong personal account
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Error of principle violates accounting principles, e.g., incorrect classification between capital and revenue.

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Practice More Accountancy and Book Keeping Questions

Question #1
While preparing a Bank Reconciliation Statement, a cheque deposited but not yet cleared is:
A. Added to the cash book balance
B. Added to the bank statement balance
C. Deducted from the cash book balance
D. Deducted from the bank statement balance

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
When starting from bank statement (pass book) balance, a deposit in transit must be added because it's not yet reflected in the bank statement.

Question #2
A Trial Balance is prepared primarily to check the:
A. Arithmetical accuracy of ledger accounts
B. Financial position of the business
C. Liquidity of the firm
D. Profitability of the business

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Trial Balance lists all debit and credit balances to ensure total debits equal total credits, verifying mathematical accuracy.

Question #3
The 'Tax Collected at Source' (TCS) applies to:
A. Dividends
B. Certain specified transactions like sale of scrap, motor vehicles above ₹10 lakh, etc.
C. All payments
D. Salary payments

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
TCS is collected by seller from buyer on specified goods.