Which of the following is not a purpose of financial audit? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is not a purpose of financial audit?
A. Preparing financial statements
B. Ensuring compliance with laws
C. Detecting fraud and error
D. Expressing opinion on true and fair view
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Preparation of financial statements is management's responsibility. Auditor expresses opinion on them.

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The 'Country-by-Country Report' (CbCR) filing in India is required for MNE groups with consolidated revenue exceeding:
A. ₹5,500 crore (€750 million)
B. ₹500 crore
C. ₹1,000 crore
D. No threshold

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
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Question #2
A: Standard costing is used for cost control. R: It involves setting predetermined costs and analyzing variances. Choose the correct option.
A. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
B. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
C. A is true but R is false
D. A is false but R is true

Correct Answer: Option A


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Standard costing is a management tool for cost control. It achieves this by establishing standard (predetermined) costs and comparing them with actual costs to identify and analyze variances for corrective action. R correctly explains A.

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A. Heavy initial advertising campaign for a new product
B. Payment of outstanding wages
C. Routine repairs to machinery
D. Buying a building

Correct Answer: Option A


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