Which of the following describes 'Value Added' in social accounting? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following describes 'Value Added' in social accounting?
A. Gross Profit - Net Profit
B. Fixed Assets + Working Capital
C. Sales + Closing Stock
D. Sales - Cost of bought-in materials and services
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Value added represents the wealth created by the firm, calculated as sales revenue minus the cost of materials/services bought from outside.

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The primary objective of PFMS in India is to facilitate:
A. Just-in-time release of funds and end-to-end tracking of public funds
B. Stock market regulation
C. Printing of currency notes
D. Collection of corporate taxes

Correct Answer: Option A


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A. Seven
B. Four
C. Six
D. Five

Correct Answer: Option D


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B. Importers
C. Large corporates
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Correct Answer: Option A


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