The 'Gratuity' is a: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Gratuity' is a:
A. Termination benefit
B. Defined benefit plan
C. Short-term benefit
D. Defined contribution plan
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Gratuity is a defined benefit plan as the employer's obligation is to provide a specific amount.

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Practice More Accountancy and Book Keeping Questions

Question #1 Report Error
If a debtor becomes insolvent and only 60 paise in a rupee is recovered from his debt of Rs 5,000, the Bad Debts account is debited by:
A. Rs 8,000
B. Rs 3,000
C. Rs 2,000
D. Rs 5,000

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Amount recovered = 60% of 5,000 = Rs 3,000. The irrecoverable amount (Bad Debt) is 40% of 5,000 = Rs 2,000.

Question #2 Report Error
S1: Audit is an independent examination of financial information. S2: Audit is conducted to express an opinion on the financial statements. Which statement(s) is/are correct?
A. S1 only
B. Neither S1 nor S2
C. Both S1 and S2
D. S2 only

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Audit is an independent, objective examination of financial statements and related data. The primary objective is to express an opinion on whether they present a true and fair view. Both statements are correct.

Question #3 Report Error
The Indian Financial Management System for government accounting follows which method?
A. Hybrid basis
B. Mercantile basis
C. Accrual basis only
D. Cash basis

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Government accounting in India is primarily on cash basis, though there are moves towards accrual basis.