Accountancy MCQs
Topic Notes: Accountancy
General Description
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
1
At what value are fixed assets typically reported on the balance sheet?
Answer:
Written Down Value (WDV)
Fixed assets are generally reported on the balance sheet at their Written Down Value (WDV), which is the original cost of the asset minus accumulated depreciation. This reflects the remaining unallocated cost of the asset. While the cost model is standard under many accounting frameworks, the WDV provides a more accurate representation of the asset's current book value.
2
How is the book value of an asset calculated in relation to its cost?
Answer:
Cost
The book value of a tangible fixed asset is determined by taking its original purchase cost and subtracting the accumulated depreciation charged against it over its useful life. This figure represents the remaining value of the asset as recorded in the company's financial statements.
3
What is the standard classification of the balance in an accumulated depreciation account?
Answer:
Credit balance
Accumulated depreciation is a contra-asset account. Since assets have debit balances, their contra accounts carry credit balances. It serves to reduce the book value of the associated fixed asset on the balance sheet over its useful life.
4
Which category of assets is typically reported in the balance sheet at its written-down value?
Answer:
Fixed asset
Fixed assets, also known as non-current assets, are reported in the balance sheet at their written-down value, which is the original cost minus accumulated depreciation. This reflects the remaining economic value of the asset over its useful life. While companies generally follow the cost model under GAAP, the periodic allocation of cost through depreciation ensures that the balance sheet accurately represents the asset's current carrying amount rather than its initial purchase price.
5
What is the sum of the depreciable amount and the residual value of a fixed asset?
Answer:
Cost of the fixed asset
The cost of a fixed asset is defined as the total expenditure incurred to acquire the asset. The depreciable amount is the cost minus the residual value. Therefore, adding the residual value back to the depreciable amount results in the original historical cost of the asset.
6
What is the result of subtracting accumulated depreciation from the historical cost of a fixed asset?
Answer:
Book value of a fixed asset
The book value (or carrying amount) of a fixed asset is calculated by taking the original cost of the asset and subtracting the total accumulated depreciation recorded against it up to that date. This value represents the remaining cost of the asset yet to be expensed.
7
Which term represents the remaining book value of an asset after deducting accumulated depreciation from its original cost?
Answer:
Written down value
The written down value, also known as the book value, is the original cost of an asset minus its accumulated depreciation. It represents the portion of the asset's cost that has not yet been allocated as an expense. This value is reported on the balance sheet and reflects the current carrying amount of the asset for accounting purposes.
8
If an asset's book value reaches a certain percentage of its original cost, is it permissible to cease depreciation charges?
Answer:
Ten
The question refers to specific regulatory or tax-based thresholds where depreciation might be considered negligible. While accounting standards generally require depreciation until the end of an asset's useful life, some jurisdictions or specific tax codes allow for the cessation of depreciation once the book value reaches a minimal threshold, such as 10 percent.
9
What is the accounting term for the difference between the historical cost of a fixed asset and its accumulated depreciation?
Answer:
Book value of a fixed asset
The book value of a fixed asset is calculated by subtracting the accumulated depreciation from the original historical cost. This value represents the remaining undepreciated cost of the asset as recorded on the balance sheet. It is important to note that book value does not necessarily reflect the current market value or the replacement cost of the asset.