The term 'Substantive Testing' in audit refers to: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The term 'Substantive Testing' in audit refers to:
A. Testing the details of balances and transactions
B. Planning the audit
C. Testing the internal controls
D. Issuing the audit report
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Substantive testing involves detailed testing of transactions and balances to detect material misstatements in the financial statements.

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Budgetary control system involves:
A. Fixing selling price
B. Only preparing cash budget
C. Setting long-term objectives
D. Comparing actual figures with budgeted figures

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Budgetary control is the establishment of budgets relating to responsibilities of executives to the requirements of a policy and the continuous comparison of actual with budgeted results.

Question #2
Goodwill is classified as:
A. Tangible asset
B. Fictitious asset
C. Current asset
D. Intangible asset

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Goodwill is an intangible asset representing the value of a business's reputation, customer relationships, etc.

Question #3
S1: In a cash flow statement under Ind AS 7, taxes on income are generally classified as cash flows from operating activities. S2: However, if it is practicable to identify the tax cash flow with an investing or financing activity, it must be classified accordingly. Which statement(s) is/are correct?
A. Neither S1 nor S2
B. S1 only
C. Both S1 and S2
D. S2 only

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
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