The 'Investment in Associates' (Ind AS 28) is accounted for using: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Investment in Associates' (Ind AS 28) is accounted for using:
A. Consolidation
B. Equity method
C. Fair value through profit or loss
D. Cost method
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Equity method is applied for associates, except when held for sale.

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Question #1
Which of the following is a fixed cost?
A. Direct material
B. Depreciation on plant
C. Direct labor
D. Power consumed

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Depreciation on plant (usually calculated on a straight-line basis) is a fixed cost as it does not vary with the level of production in the short term.

Question #2
Under single entry system, opening capital is ascertained by preparing:
A. Profit and loss account
B. Trading account
C. Income and expenditure account
D. Statement of affairs

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
In single entry, a statement of affairs (similar to balance sheet) is prepared to ascertain opening and closing capital.

Question #3
The 'Activity Based Costing' (ABC) is more suitable for:
A. Labour-intensive industries
B. Only service industries
C. Organisations with high product diversity and complex overhead structures
D. Only small businesses

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
ABC works best where overheads are high and diverse, and products consume resources differently.