Carriage inwards is shown on the: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Carriage inwards is shown on the:
A. Asset side of Balance Sheet
B. Credit side of P&L Account
C. Debit side of Trading Account
D. Debit side of P&L Account
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Carriage inwards is the transportation cost of bringing raw materials/purchases to the factory, hence it's a direct expense charged to the Trading Account.

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Question #1
In the absence of a partnership deed, profits are shared:
A. In the ratio of capital
B. Based on age
C. Equally
D. Based on experience

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
As per Indian Partnership Act, 1932, in absence of a deed, profits and losses are shared equally among partners.

Question #2
Under the Income Tax Act, the 'TDS' on payment of commission or brokerage exceeding ₹15,000 in a financial year is governed by which section, and what is the rate?
A. Section 194J at 10%
B. Section 194C at 1%
C. Section 194H at 5%
D. Section 194Q at 0.1%

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Section 194H mandates TDS at 5% on income by way of commission or brokerage (other than insurance commission) if the amount exceeds ₹15,000 in a financial year.

Question #3
The journal entry for goods withdrawn by the proprietor for personal use is:
A. Purchases A/c Dr. To Drawings A/c
B. Capital A/c Dr. To Purchases A/c
C. Drawings A/c Dr. To Purchases A/c
D. Drawings A/c Dr. To Sales A/c

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Goods taken for personal use reduce drawings and reduce purchases (or stock). Correct entry: Drawings A/c Dr. To Purchases A/c.