In cost accounting, the 'Re-order Level' is calculated as: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

In cost accounting, the 'Re-order Level' is calculated as:
A. Normal consumption rate x Normal re-order period
B. Maximum consumption rate x Maximum re-order period
C. Average consumption rate x Average re-order period
D. Minimum consumption rate x Minimum re-order period
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Re-order Level is the level at which a new order is placed. To ensure stock doesn't run out during the maximum lead time, it is calculated as Maximum consumption rate multiplied by Maximum re-order period.

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Question #1
S1: In the case of admission of a partner, if the new partner brings his share of goodwill in cash, the existing partners' capital accounts are credited in their sacrificing ratio. S2: If the new partner is unable to bring his share of goodwill in cash, the goodwill account is opened in the books of the firm. Which statement(s) is/are correct?
A. S1 only
B. S2 only
C. Neither S1 nor S2
D. Both S1 and S2

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
S1 is correct. S2 is incorrect because AS 26 prohibits the recognition of self-generated goodwill in the books; hence, the goodwill account cannot be opened. Instead, the adjustment is passed through the partners' capital accounts.

Question #2
Which of the following is NOT a function of financial management?
A. Recording daily transactions
B. Determining capital structure
C. Estimating capital requirements
D. Disposing of surplus funds

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Recording daily transactions is a function of financial accounting, not financial management. Financial management focuses on planning, organizing, and controlling funds.

Question #3
Which working capital financing approach uses short-term funds to finance temporary current assets and long-term funds to finance permanent current assets?
A. Conservative Approach
B. Aggressive Approach
C. Zero Working Capital Approach
D. Matching (Hedging) Approach

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The matching approach synchronizes the maturity of the financing source with the life of the asset being financed.