The difference between actual overhead and absorbed overhead is called: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The difference between actual overhead and absorbed overhead is called:
A. Budgeted cost
B. Under/over absorption
C. Standard cost
D. Waste
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
If absorbed overheads are less than actual, under-absorption; if more, over-absorption.

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Practice More Accountancy and Book Keeping Questions

Question #1
The 'Profit & Loss Account' begins with:
A. Capital
B. Net sales
C. Opening stock
D. Gross profit or gross loss brought down from Trading Account

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Gross profit is transferred to the credit side of P&L Account; gross loss to debit side.

Question #2
Which accounting principle requires that the same accounting methods should be used from year to year?
A. Consistency
B. Accrual
C. Going concern
D. Materiality

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Consistency ensures comparability by applying same policies consistently.

Question #3
Under the Companies Act 2013, the 'Independent Directors' must hold a special training as per Section 149. Who is exempted from this training requirement?
A. No one is exempted
B. A person who has already undergone the training or is a whole-time director in a listed company
C. A person who has been a director for more than 10 years
D. A qualified Chartered Accountant or Company Secretary

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The Companies Act exempts individuals who have already undergone the prescribed independent director training, or those who are already serving as whole-time directors in listed companies, from the mandatory training requirement.