The basic objective of bookkeeping is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The basic objective of bookkeeping is:
A. To audit accounts
B. To maintain systematic records of transactions
C. To prepare financial statements only
D. To calculate profit
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Bookkeeping is the art of recording business transactions in a systematic manner.

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Practice More Accountancy and Book Keeping Questions

Question #1
A manager is entitled to a 5% commission on net profit BEFORE charging his commission. If profit is Rs 1,05,000, his commission is:
A. Rs 10,500
B. Rs 4,750
C. Rs 5,000
D. Rs 5,250

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Commission = Profit * (Rate/100) = 1,05,000 * 5% = Rs 5,250.

Question #2
A 'Suspense Account' is a:
A. Temporary account
B. Nominal account
C. Real account
D. Personal account

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Suspense account is a temporary account opened to make trial balance agree.

Question #3
Assertion (A): Under Ind AS 115, an entity should recognize revenue when (or as) it satisfies a performance obligation. Reason (R): A performance obligation is satisfied when the customer obtains control of the good or service. Choose the correct option.
A. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
B. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
C. A is false but R is true
D. A is true but R is false

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Ind AS 115's core principle is recognizing revenue upon satisfaction of performance obligations. Satisfaction occurs precisely when control of the underlying good or service transfers to the customer. R perfectly explains A.