Which of the following is a feature of cash-based accounting? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is a feature of cash-based accounting?
A. Recognizes revenue when earned
B. Provides a true and fair view of financial position
C. Records credit transactions
D. Simple to maintain
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Cash-based accounting is very simple to maintain as it only records actual cash inflows and outflows, ignoring credit transactions and accruals.

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Question #1
The 'Government Company' as per Companies Act is one in which not less than 51% of paid-up share capital is held by:
A. Foreign investors
B. Central/State Government(s)
C. Public
D. RBI

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
As per Section 2(45) of Companies Act, 2013, government company has at least 51% government shareholding.

Question #2
The 'Deferred Revenue Expenditure' is an expenditure that:
A. Is entirely charged to current year
B. Provides benefit over several accounting periods
C. Is never written off
D. Is capital expenditure

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Deferred revenue expenditure (e.g., heavy advertisement) is written off over a number of years.

Question #3
The 'Test of Details' includes:
A. Vouching, tracing, and inspection of documents
B. Ratio analysis
C. Budget comparison
D. Trend analysis

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Test of details are specific tests of transactions and balances.