Assertion (A): Under Ind AS 41, biological assets are measured at fair value less costs to sell. Reason (R): This is because biological transformation makes historical cost accounting less relevant for these assets. Choose the correct option. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Assertion (A): Under Ind AS 41, biological assets are measured at fair value less costs to sell. Reason (R): This is because biological transformation makes historical cost accounting less relevant for these assets. Choose the correct option.
A. A is true but R is false
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 false but R is true
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Ind AS 41 requires biological assets to be measured at fair value less costs to sell. This is because biological growth, degeneration, and production (transformation) make historical cost less meaningful. R correctly explains A.

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