JAMB Accounting Past Questions & Answers

2.

Which of the following concepts recognizes the principle of double entry?

A.

Business entity

B.

Accrual

C.

Going concern

D.

Dual aspect

Correct answer is D

Dual aspect concept ensures the mathematical accuracy of all records. It states that there are two aspects of accounting: one debit and one credit.

 

3.

Another name for control accounts is

A.

Total account

B.

Purchases ledger

C.

Creditors' account

D.

Debtors' account

Correct answer is A

Control account is also known as self balancing ledger of total control account.

4.

The authority to transfer fund from one head to another within the same organization is called

A.

Fund

B.

Wallet

C.

Vote

D.

Virement

Correct answer is D

Virement warrants is used to transfer fund from one vote head to another. It is used to create a new vote head but to transfer fund within the same economic head.

 

5.

Which of the following is not charged to manufacturing account?

A.

Raw materials

B.

Factory wages

C.

Direct expenses

D.

Distribution expenses

Correct answer is D

Distribution expenses covers the cost of warehousing, transport, material handling and control of finished goods from the moment. It is not charged to manufacturing account.