Accounting questions and answers

Accounting Questions and Answers

If you are preparing for an accounting aptitude test or even a job interview, these accounting questions and answers will help you master the principles of accounting. This test covers accounting past questions from WAEC, JAMB, Post UTME exams and many more.

261.

Four broad classifications of overheads are

A.

Production, selling, distribution and administration

B.

Production, selling, distribution and material

C.

Selling, distribution and material

D.

Distribution, selling, administration and materials

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

262.

Advertising expenses incurred on a product in a business organization should be charged to

A.

Production department

B.

Purchases department

C.

Sales department

D.

Administrative department

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

263.

The major distinguishing element between the final accounts of a partnership and a sole trader is the

A.

Drawings account

B.

Appropriation account

C.

Capital account

D.

Creditors account

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

265.

The term "accounting period" is used to refer to the

A.

Time span, usually one year covered by the financial statement

B.

Period within which debtors are expected to settle accounts

C.

Time, span during which taxes are paid to the inland revenue board

D.

Budget period, usually one year relied on by the accountant

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.