Under the diminishing balance method, depreciation is calculated on: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Under the diminishing balance method, depreciation is calculated on:
A. Original cost
B. Market value
C. Written down value
D. Scrap value
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Diminishing balance method applies the rate to the reducing book value each year.

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Practice More Accountancy and Book Keeping Questions

Question #1
Which of the following statements is correct?
A. Partners get interest on capital in all circumstances
B. A minor can be a full-fledged partner
C. Partners share profits equally always
D. Partners are entitled to salary if deed provides

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Salary to partners is allowed only if partnership deed provides. Interest on capital is not automatic. Profits sharing can be unequal. Minor cannot be a partner, only admitted to benefits.

Question #2
A: The Matching Concept requires expenses to be matched with revenues. R: This concept is the basis for the accrual system of accounting. Choose the correct option.
A. A is true but R is false
B. A is false but R is true
C. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
D. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The Matching Concept dictates that expenses incurred to earn revenue must be recognized in the same period as the revenue. This necessitates the accrual system, where transactions are recorded when they occur, not when cash changes hands. R correctly explains A.

Question #3
An auditor's primary responsibility is to:
A. Express an opinion on the financial statements
B. Compute tax liability
C. Prepare financial statements
D. Detect all frauds

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Auditor examines the financial statements and provides an opinion whether they give a true and fair view.