If a transaction is recorded in the Journal Proper, which of the following is the most likely scenario? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

If a transaction is recorded in the Journal Proper, which of the following is the most likely scenario?
A. Cash payment of wages
B. Credit purchase of trading goods
C. Cash sale of old furniture
D. Credit purchase of machinery for business use
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Credit purchases of assets (like machinery) do not go into the Purchases Book (which is only for trading goods) or Cash Book (as it's a credit transaction). They are recorded in the Journal Proper.

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