S1: Goods distributed as free samples are debited to the Advertising Account. S2: Goods distributed as charity are debited to the Charities Account. Which statement(s) is/are correct? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

S1: Goods distributed as free samples are debited to the Advertising Account. S2: Goods distributed as charity are debited to the Charities Account. Which statement(s) is/are correct?
A. S2 only
B. Both S1 and S2
C. Neither S1 nor S2
D. S1 only
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Free samples are treated as a promotional expense (Advertising). Free charity goods are treated as a charitable donation. Both require debiting their respective nominal accounts.

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