In the Balance Sheet, assets are typically arranged in the order of: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

In the Balance Sheet, assets are typically arranged in the order of:
A. Alphabetical order
B. Profitability or Loss
C. Date of purchase
D. Liquidity or Permanence
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Marshalling of balance sheet assets is done either in the order of liquidity (most liquid first) or permanence (most fixed first).

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Correct Answer: Option B


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