Depreciation is provided on: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Depreciation is provided on:
A. Fictitious assets
B. Fixed assets (tangible)
C. Current assets
D. Intangible assets only
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Depreciation is charged on tangible fixed assets like machinery, buildings to reflect wear and tear.

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Question #1 Report Error
S1: Vouching is the examination of documentary evidence. S2: Verification is the proof of ownership, existence, and valuation of assets. Which statement(s) is/are correct?
A. S1 only
B. S2 only
C. Both S1 and S2
D. Neither S1 nor S2

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Vouching involves checking vouchers to verify the authenticity of transactions. Verification goes beyond vouching to confirm the physical existence, legal ownership, and proper valuation of assets and liabilities at the balance sheet date. Both are correct.

Question #2 Report Error
A favourable variance in materials cost indicates that:
A. Actual cost of materials was less than the standard cost
B. Sales volume increased
C. More material was used than budgeted
D. Material price increased in the market

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Favourable means beneficial to profit, which happens when actual costs are lower than standard expected costs.

Question #3 Report Error
Under the Income Tax Act, if a house property is self-occupied, what is the Annual Value of that property?
A. The actual rent received
B. The municipal valuation of the property
C. The fair rent of the property
D. Nil (Zero)

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Under Section 23(2) of the Income Tax Act, if a house property is used for the owner's own residence (self-occupied), its Annual Value is taken as Nil (Zero).