In a journal entry, a brief explanation of the transaction written below the entry is called: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

In a journal entry, a brief explanation of the transaction written below the entry is called:
A. Posting
B. Narration
C. Folio
D. Voucher
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Narration is a short description of the transaction written in brackets immediately below the journal entry.

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Under PFMS, the centralized system module that facilitates direct payment to beneficiaries is called:
A. SWIFT
B. GSTN
C. E-Kuber
D. DBT module

Correct Answer: Option D


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A. Nominal account
B. Valuation account
C. Personal account
D. Real account

Correct Answer: Option C


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Question #3
Assertion (A): Under Ind AS 1, an entity must present a statement of changes in equity as part of its complete set of financial statements. Reason (R): This statement provides information about the changes in the carrying amount of each component of equity during the period. Choose the correct option.
A. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
B. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
C. A is true but R is false
D. A is false but R is true

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Ind AS 1 requires the statement of changes in equity to show how each component of equity (share capital, reserves, retained earnings) changed during the period due to profits, dividends, and other comprehensive income. R correctly explains A.