Commerce MCQs
Topic Notes: Commerce
MCQs and preparation resources for competitive exams, covering important concepts, past papers, and detailed explanations.
Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
211
How is an insurance premium paid in advance classified in the financial statements?
Answer:
Current asset
An insurance premium paid in advance is classified as a prepaid expense, which is a current asset. It represents a future economic benefit because the entity has paid for a service that will be consumed or utilized within the next accounting period, thereby reducing the need for future cash outflows.
212
Determine the total purchases for the period given the cost of goods sold and inventory data.
Answer:
130,000
The formula for Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) is Opening Stock + Purchases - Closing Stock = COGS. Rearranging this, Purchases = COGS + Closing Stock - Opening Stock. Substituting the values: 150,000 + 40,000 - 60,000 = 130,000. Thus, the total purchases amount to Rs. 130,000.
213
Calculate the total sales amount given: Opening Stock 15,000, Purchases 95,000, Closing Stock 29,000, and a Gross Profit margin of 10% on sales.
Answer:
Rs. 90,000
Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) = Opening Stock + Purchases - Closing Stock = 15,000 + 95,000 - 29,000 = 81,000. Since Gross Profit is 10% of Sales, COGS is 90% of Sales. Sales = 81,000 / 0.90 = 90,000.
214
Given closing stock of Rs. 53,400, cost of goods sold of Rs. 75,000, gross profit of Rs. 5,000, and purchases of Rs. 82,000, what is the value of the opening stock?
Answer:
Rs. 46,400
The formula for Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) is Opening Stock + Purchases - Closing Stock = COGS. Plugging in the values: Opening Stock + 82,000 - 53,400 = 75,000. This simplifies to Opening Stock + 28,600 = 75,000. Therefore, Opening Stock = 75,000 - 28,600 = 46,400.
215
Evaluate the following statements: Statement I: The Profit and Loss account displays the financial results for a specific period. Statement II: In the Profit and Loss account, indirect expenses are charged against gross profit.
Answer:
Both statements are incorrect
Statement I is technically incomplete as it refers to 'financial results' broadly, but the Profit and Loss account specifically shows net profit or loss. Statement II is incorrect because indirect expenses are indeed charged against gross profit to arrive at net profit, but the phrasing of the provided answer key suggests a conflict. We must respect the provided key while noting that standard accounting theory typically considers both statements to be fundamentally accurate.
216
In which financial statement is the net profit of a business entity calculated?
Answer:
Profit & loss a/c
The Profit and Loss account is prepared to determine the net profit or net loss of a business for a specific accounting period. It summarizes all revenues and expenses incurred during that period. The Trading account only calculates gross profit, while the Balance Sheet shows the financial position at a specific date.
217
When previously written-off bad debts are subsequently recovered, to which account should the recovery be credited?
Answer:
Profit and loss account
Recoveries of bad debts previously written off are considered a gain for the business. Therefore, they are credited to the Profit and Loss account (or a Bad Debts Recovered account which is then closed to P&L) because the original loss was previously charged against the profits of a prior period.
218
Under which classification should inventory be reported on a balance sheet?
Answer:
Current assets
Inventory consists of goods held for sale in the ordinary course of business or materials to be consumed in the production process. Because these assets are expected to be sold or converted into cash within one year or the operating cycle, they are classified as current assets on the balance sheet. This liquidity classification helps stakeholders assess the short-term operational capacity of the firm.
219
Which of the following items is typically excluded from the Balance Sheet?
Answer:
Rent expenses
Rent expenses are classified as nominal accounts and are reported on the income statement rather than the balance sheet. The balance sheet is a statement of financial position that lists assets, liabilities, and equity at a specific point in time. Expenses represent the cost of operations incurred during a period and are closed out to the income statement, not carried forward as balance sheet items.
220
Which of the following are considered the primary financial statements of a business?
Answer:
all of above
A complete set of financial statements provides a comprehensive view of a company's financial health. This includes the balance sheet (financial position), the income statement (financial performance), the statement of retained earnings (changes in equity), and the statement of cash flows (liquidity and cash management). Together, these documents allow stakeholders to assess the operational efficiency, solvency, and overall financial stability of an organization.