In the financial statements of a sole trader, drawings are deducted from: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

In the financial statements of a sole trader, drawings are deducted from:
A. Capital
B. Gross profit
C. Net profit
D. Sales
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Drawings are not an expense; they reduce the owner's capital directly in the balance sheet.

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Question #1
The term 'Outstanding Expense' is treated as:
A. A liability
B. An income
C. A gain
D. An asset

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Outstanding expenses are expenses incurred but not yet paid, making them a current liability for the business.

Question #2
Under the General Financial Rules (GFR) 2017, who is the primary authority responsible for sanctioning contingent expenditure in a government department?
A. The Comptroller and Auditor General
B. The Ministry of Finance
C. The Head of the Department
D. The Controlling Officer

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Under GFR 2017, the Controlling Officer is primarily responsible for sanctioning contingent expenditure and ensuring that such expenditure is within the authorized limits.

Question #3
S1: Cost audit is mandatory for all companies in India. S2: Cost audit is conducted to verify the accuracy of cost records. Which statement(s) is/are correct?
A. S2 only
B. Neither S1 nor S2
C. Both S1 and S2
D. S1 only

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Cost audit is not mandatory for all companies; it is only required for specific classes of companies (like those in regulated sectors or manufacturing) as prescribed by the Central Government. S2 is correct as it verifies cost records. S1 is incorrect.