Goods distributed as free samples should be credited to which account? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Goods distributed as free samples should be credited to which account?
A. Advertisement Account
B. Free Samples Account
C. Purchases Account
D. Sales Account
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Goods distributed as free samples reduce the stock of purchased goods, hence Purchases Account is credited at cost price.

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