Assertion (A): Audit sampling involves applying audit procedures to less than 100% of items within a population. Reason (R): Audit sampling eliminates the risk of drawing a false conclusion about the entire population. Choose the correct option. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Assertion (A): Audit sampling involves applying audit procedures to less than 100% of items within a population. Reason (R): Audit sampling eliminates the risk of drawing a false conclusion about the entire population. Choose the correct option.
A. A is true but R is false
B. A is false but R is true
C. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
D. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
A is true as per SA 530. R is false because audit sampling inherently carries sampling risk, meaning it cannot completely eliminate the risk of drawing a false conclusion.

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If a partner is guaranteed a minimum profit of ₹50,000 and his share of profit is ₹40,000, the deficiency of ₹10,000 will be borne by:
A. The firm
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D. The auditor

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
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A. Balance Sheet
B. Profit and Loss Account
C. Funds Flow Statement
D. Cash Flow Statement

Correct Answer: Option B


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A: Flexible budget is prepared for a range of activity levels. R: It helps in performance evaluation at different actual activity levels. Choose the correct option.
A. A is false but R is true
B. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
C. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
D. A is true but R is false

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
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