The 'Target Costing' approach begins with: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Target Costing' approach begins with:
A. Determining cost of production
B. Budgeting
C. Setting a desired selling price and then deducting desired profit margin to arrive at target cost
D. Calculating actual cost
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Target costing is a market-driven approach: Target cost = Target selling price - Desired profit.

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Practice More Accountancy and Book Keeping Questions

Question #1
In the context of the Indian Financial System, the 'Forward Markets Commission' (FMC) was the regulator for which market before its merger with SEBI?
A. Money Market
B. Foreign Exchange Market
C. Government Securities Market
D. Commodity Derivatives Market

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The Forward Markets Commission (FMC) was the regulatory authority for the commodity derivatives market in India before it was merged with SEBI in 2015.

Question #2
An amount paid for 'Goodwill' on purchase of a business is classified as:
A. Fictitious asset
B. Current asset
C. Intangible asset
D. Deferred revenue expenditure

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Purchased goodwill is an intangible asset.

Question #3
Under the Income Tax Act, the 'TDS' on the sale of an immovable property (other than agricultural land) by a resident is governed by which section, and what is the rate?
A. Section 194IA at 1%
B. Section 194IA at 10%
C. Section 194C at 1%
D. Section 194J at 10%

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Section 194IA mandates TDS at 1% on the transfer of immovable property (other than agricultural land) if the consideration exceeds ₹50,00,000.