Commerce questions and answers

Commerce Questions and Answers

Test and improve your knowledge of the fundamentals of buying and selling with these Commerce past questions and answers.

176.

Which of the following is the best method for computing working capital

A.

Total assets less current liabilities

B.

Current liabilities less current assets

C.

Fixed liabilities less current assets

D.

Current assets less current liabilities

Correct answer is A

The net working capital formula is calculated by subtracting the current liabilities from the current assets.

177.

The minimum lending rate of a bank is a component of its

A.

current assets

B.

debit balances

C.

credit balance

D.

fixed assets

Correct answer is A

the minimum lending rates of a bank depends on its current assets. Current assets here are balance sheet assets that can be converted to cash within one year or less. Accounts that are considered current assets include cash and cash equivalents, marketable securities, accounts receivable, inventory, prepaid expenses, and other liquid assets.

178.

One of the factors of determining the volume of production is

A.

availablity of forex

B.

availability of storage facilities

C.

the location of the business

D.

the number of skilled manpower

Correct answer is D

There are various factors which affect the volume of production which includes:

  • Availability of natural resources.
  • Availability of raw materials.
  • Technology.
  • Availability of capital.
  • Transport facilities.
  • Political conditions.
  • Climate.
  • Efficiency of labour.

179.

One of the functions of the retailer is

A.

granting credit facilities to close relatives

B.

provision of after - sales services

C.

branding and packaging of goods

D.

warehousing of goods

Correct answer is B

After sales service plays an important role in customer satisfaction and customer retention. It generates loyal customers and increase a brand value. This is one of the services provided by the retailers.

180.

Which of the following is a traditional medium of communication used to mark festivals?

A.

Palm frond

B.

Metal gong

C.

Talking drum

D.

Gum blast

Correct answer is C

Talking drum is one of a set of West African drums, each having a different pitch, which are beaten to transmit a tonal language.