The 'Deferred Tax Asset' is recognised when: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Deferred Tax Asset' is recognised when:
A. Accounting income is higher
B. Losses are incurred
C. Taxable income is higher than accounting income due to timing differences
D. There is no difference
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
When taxable income > accounting income, entity will pay more tax now but less in future, creating a deferred tax asset.

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Practice More Accountancy and Book Keeping Questions

Question #1
The 'Loss from House Property' can be carried forward for how many years?
A. 8 years
B. Indefinitely
C. 4 years
D. Not allowed

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
House property loss can be carried forward for 8 assessment years.

Question #2
The foundational principle of Double Entry Bookkeeping is:
A. Assets must be greater than liabilities
B. Every debit has a corresponding credit
C. Expenses must equal incomes
D. Cash received must equal cash paid

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Double entry bookkeeping relies on the dual aspect concept, meaning every transaction affects at least two accounts with equal debits and credits.

Question #3
Under Cost Accounting, abnormal wastage of material is transferred to:
A. Costing Profit & Loss Account
B. Work in Progress Account
C. Factory Overheads Account
D. Finished Goods Account

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Abnormal losses are not treated as a cost of production; they are transferred directly to the Costing P&L account to avoid inflating product costs.