In cost accounting, prime cost is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

In cost accounting, prime cost is:
A. Administration overheads
B. All manufacturing costs
C. Direct material + Direct labour + Direct expenses
D. Direct material + Direct labour + Factory overheads
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Prime cost is the sum of all direct costs: direct material, direct labour, and direct expenses.

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Question #1
A: The Accounting Equation is Assets = Liabilities + Capital. R: This equation is based on the Dual Aspect Concept. Choose the correct option.
A. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
B. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
C. A is true but R is false
D. A is false but R is true

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
The accounting equation represents the balance sheet. It is derived from the Dual Aspect Concept, which states that every transaction has two equal and opposite effects, ensuring the equation always balances. R correctly explains A.

Question #2
The term 'Net Realizable Value' means:
A. Replacement cost
B. Market price
C. Estimated selling price less costs to complete and sell
D. Original cost

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
NRV = estimated selling price in ordinary course less estimated costs of completion and estimated costs to make the sale.

Question #3
A: The Purchases Book records only credit purchases of goods. R: Cash purchases of goods are recorded in the Cash Book. Choose the correct option.
A. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
B. A is true but R is false
C. A is false but R is true
D. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
The Purchases Book is strictly for credit purchases of trading goods. Cash purchases are recorded in the Cash Book. R correctly explains why cash purchases are excluded from the Purchases Book.