In financial management, 'Float' refers to: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

In financial management, 'Float' refers to:
A. The time difference between writing a cheque and its actual clearance from the bank
B. Issuing new shares
C. Sinking fund investments
D. The amount of petty cash
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Float is the delay in the clearing system, creating a temporary discrepancy between the firm's cash balance and the bank's ledger balance.

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Question #1
The policies and procedures adopted by management to assist in achieving orderly and efficient conduct of business is known as:
A. Continuous Audit
B. Vouching
C. Statutory Audit
D. Internal Control

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Internal control is the system designed by management to safeguard assets, ensure accurate records, and promote operational efficiency.

Question #2
Standard costing involves:
A. Setting predetermined costs and comparing with actual costs
B. Recording historical costs
C. Calculating only variable costs
D. Budgeting only

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Standard costing is a technique where standard costs are established, and variances from actual costs are analyzed.

Question #3
X and Y are partners sharing profits 3:2. Z is admitted for 1/4th share. New profit-sharing ratio will be:
A. 9:3:4
B. 6:4:5
C. 9:6:5
D. 3:2:1

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Remaining share = 1 - 1/4 = 3/4 distributed in 3:2, so X = 3/4 * 3/5 = 9/20, Y = 3/4 * 2/5 = 6/20, Z = 5/20. Ratio = 9:6:5.