Calls-in-arrears is shown in Balance Sheet as: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Calls-in-arrears is shown in Balance Sheet as:
A. Current liability
B. Addition to share capital
C. Current asset
D. Deduction from share capital
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Calls-in-arrears represents unpaid amount on shares, deducted from called-up capital in Balance Sheet.

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