The term 'Fictitious Assets' are: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The term 'Fictitious Assets' are:
A. Intangible assets
B. Current assets
C. Tangible assets
D. Deferred revenue expenditures shown as assets
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Fictitious assets are deferred revenue expenditures (like preliminary expenses) that have no realizable value but are shown on the asset side of the balance sheet.

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Practice More Accountancy and Book Keeping Questions

Question #1
The 'Net Profit' is transferred to:
A. Drawings Account
B. Balance Sheet liability side
C. Trading Account
D. Capital Account (or Retained Earnings)

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Net profit is added to owner's capital or retained earnings.

Question #2
X and Y share profits in ratio 3:2. Z is admitted with 1/5th share. Sacrificing ratio of X and Y is:
A. Equal to new ratio
B. 2:3
C. 1:1
D. 3:2

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
If new partner's share is given without specifying sacrifice, old partners sacrifice in their old ratio. So 3:2.

Question #3
Which account acts as a 'contra' account to Gross Debtors in the Balance Sheet?
A. Bad Debts Account
B. Sales Return Account
C. Discount Allowed Account
D. Provision for Doubtful Debts Account

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Provision for doubtful debts has a credit balance and is deducted from the debit balance of Debtors, acting as a contra-asset.