Which of the following is a feature of standard costing? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is a feature of standard costing?
A. It ignores variances
B. It uses predetermined costs for control purposes
C. It is a historical cost system
D. It is used for external reporting
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Standard costing uses predetermined (standard) costs to compare with actual costs, allowing for variance analysis and cost control.

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Question #1
The 'E-way Bill' is generated through the portal:
A. Customs portal
B. GSTN portal (ewaybillgst.gov.in)
C. Income Tax portal
D. MCA portal

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
E-way bill is generated on the dedicated portal ewaybillgst.gov.in.

Question #2
An auditor is considered a 'watchdog and not a bloodhound'. This implies:
A. The auditor must approach the work with reasonable care and skepticism, but not assuming everyone is dishonest
B. The auditor works only at night
C. The auditor must be aggressive in finding fraud
D. The auditor investigates only cash transactions

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
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Question #3
Which accounting standard deals with the presentation of financial statements?
A. AS 9
B. AS 2
C. AS 1
D. AS 10

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
AS 1 'Disclosure of Accounting Policies' deals with the classification and presentation of financial statements and the disclosure of accounting policies.