A 'Secret Reserve' is created by: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A 'Secret Reserve' is created by:
A. Only banks
B. Overstatement of assets
C. Disclosure in notes
D. Undervaluation of assets or overstatement of liabilities
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Secret reserve is created by showing lower profits, like undervaluing stock or overstating provision, not disclosed in balance sheet.

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