If the Trial Balance totals do not match, the difference is temporarily transferred to: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

If the Trial Balance totals do not match, the difference is temporarily transferred to:
A. Capital Account
B. Suspense Account
C. Profit and Loss Account
D. Trading Account
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
When the Trial Balance disagrees, the difference is placed in a Suspense Account to allow the preparation of final accounts. The suspense account is cleared once the errors are located and rectified.

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