Which accounting principle justifies treating a calculator as an expense rather than a fixed asset? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which accounting principle justifies treating a calculator as an expense rather than a fixed asset?
A. Materiality
B. Going Concern
C. Dual Aspect
D. Consistency
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Materiality principle states that trivial costs (like a calculator) should be expensed immediately rather than capitalized and depreciated, due to their immaterial impact.

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Which of the following is NOT a component of financial statements for a sole proprietorship?
A. Balance Sheet
B. Trading Account
C. Statement of Changes in Equity
D. Profit & Loss Account

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Statement of Changes in Equity is typically a required component for corporate entities under Ind AS, not for standard sole proprietorships.

Question #2
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A. Events before the balance sheet date
B. Events after auditor's report
C. All future events
D. Events occurring between the balance sheet date and date of auditor's report

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Auditors consider events after the reporting period up to the date of the report.

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A. Cash basis
B. Hybrid basis
C. Accrual basis only
D. Mercantile basis

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
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