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Question : Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.
A. In fact, he began his career as a peon in a small firm.
B. Before he joined us as the accounts officer, he was a junior clerk.
C. He learnt typing, accounting and even graduated.
D. But he gradually improved his qualifications.

Option 1: CDAB

Option 2: BADC

Option 3: CBAD

Option 4: BCDA

Team Careers360 17th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: BADC


Solution : The second option is the correct answer.

It starts with the introduction of the narrator's role as a junior clerk before becoming an accounts officer (B). The paragraph then provides additional context by revealing that the narrator began their career as a peon at a small firm (A).As the narrative unfolds, it mentions the gradual improvement in qualifications (D) and it concludes by highlighting the narrator's efforts in learning typing, accounting, and eventually graduating (C).

Therefore, the correct answer is BADC.

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Question : Sharma, Verma and Goyal are partners in a firm. On 1st April 2012 the balances in their
Capital Accounts were as follows:
Sharma Rs. 4,00,000; Verma Rs. 4,20,000 and Goyal Rs. 3,70,000. The firm closes its accounts every year on 31st March. Verma died on 30th September 2012. In the event of the death of any partner following are the provisions in the Partnership Deed:
(i) Interest on Capital will be calculated at the rate of 10% p.a.
(ii) The deceased partner; 's legal representative will be paid Rs. 35,000 for his share of goodwill.
(iii) The firm had a Reserve Fund of Rs. 2,10,000. The deceased partner will be paid his share in the Reserve Fund.
(iv) His share of profit till the date of death will be calculated based on sales. It is also specified that the sales during the year 2011-12 were Rs. 15,00,000. The sales from 1st April 2012 to 30th September 2012 were Rs. 3,00,000. The profit of the firm for the year ending 31st March 2012 was Rs. 3,00,000.
Question:
The amount of goodwill distributed amongst the partners are

Option 1: Rs 17,500

Option 2: Rs 35,000

Option 3: Rs 24,000

Option 4: None of the above

Team Careers360 4th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Rs 35,000


Solution : Answer = Rs 35,000

Verma's capital a/c
To Verma's executor a/c (b/f) 5,66,000 By Bal b/d 4,20,000
    By IOC 21,000
    ($4,20,000 \times \frac{10}{100} \times \frac{6}{12}$)  
    By Reserve fund 70,000
    ($2,10,000 \times \frac{1}{3}$)  
    By Sharma & Goyal capitals a/c 35,000
    P & L suspense a/c 20,000
  5,66,000   5,66,000

$\frac{3,00,000}{15,00,000}$×3,00,000= 60,000$\times \frac{1}{3}$= 20,000.
Hence, the correct option is 2.

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Question :

At the time of retirement of a partner, profit (gain) on revaluation will be credited to the Capital Accounts of

Option 1: retiring partner.

Option 2:

all partners in their old profit-sharing ratio.

Option 3:

the remaining partners in their old profit-sharing ratio.

 

Option 4:

the remaining partners in their new profit-sharing ratio.

 

Team Careers360 13th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer:

all partners in their old profit-sharing ratio.


Solution : Answer = all partners in their old profit-sharing ratio.

When a partner retires, the gain on the revaluation of assets is credited to the Capital Accounts of all partners in their old profit-sharing ratio. This ensures that all partners benefit from the increased value of the assets and reflects their respective interests in the partnership's assets.
Hence, the correct option is 2.

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Question : Sharma, Verma and Goyal are partners in a firm. On 1st April 2012 the balances in their Capital Accounts were as follows:
Sharma Rs. 4,00,000; Verma Rs. 4,20,000 and Goyal Rs. 3,70,000. The firm closes its accounts every year on 31st March. Verma died on 30th September 2012. In the event of the death of any partner following are the provisions in the Partnership Deed:
(i) Interest on Capital will be calculated at the rate of 10% p.a.
(ii) The deceased partner; 's legal representative will be paid Rs. 35,000 for his share of goodwill.
(iii) The firm had a Reserve Fund of Rs. 2,10,000. The deceased partner will be paid his share in the Reserve Fund.
(iv) His share of profit till the date of death will be calculated based on sales. It is also specified that the sales during the year 2011-12 were Rs. 15,00,000. The sales from 1st April 2012 to 30th September 2012 were Rs. 3,00,000. The profit of the firm for the year ending 31st March 2012 was Rs. 3,00,000.
Question:
Amount Due to the deceased's partner's capital account will be ......

Option 1: Rs 3,66,000

Option 2: Rs 6,06,000

Option 3: Rs 5,66,000

Option 4: None of the above

Team Careers360 20th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Rs 5,66,000


Solution : Answer = Rs 5,66,000

                                     Verma's Capital A/c
By Verma's executor a/c (b/f) 5,66,000 By Bal b/d 4,20,000
    By IOC 21,000
    ($4,20,000 \times \frac{10}{100} \times \frac{6}{12}$)  
    By Reserve fund 70,000
    ($2,10,000 \times \frac{1}{3}$)  
    By Sharma & Goyal capitals 35,000
    By P & L suspense a/c 20,000
  5,66,000   5,66,000

$\frac{3,00,000}{15,00,000}$×3,00,000= 60,000$\times \frac{1}{3}$= 20,000.
Hence, the correct option is 3.

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Question : The interest on Partner's Capital Accounts is to be credited to

Option 1: Profit and Loss A/c

Option 2: Interest A/c

Option 3: Partner's Capital A/c

Option 4: None of these

Team Careers360 19th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Partner's Capital A/c


Solution : Partner's Capital Accounts record the interest on the partner's capital to the credit side of it. Hence, the correct option is 3.

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Question : When studying medieval travel accounts, it is important to consider the: 

Option 1: Traveler's favorite color  

 

Option 2: Type of transportation used 

Option 3: Historical and cultural context 

Option 4: Weather conditions during the journey  

 

Team Careers360 25th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Historical and cultural context 


Solution : When studying medieval travel accounts, it is important to consider the historical and cultural context in which the travels took place. Understanding the background and circumstances of the time can provide valuable insights into the motivations, experiences, and perspectives of the travelers.

 

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Question : Chain and Harsha were partners in a firm sharing profits in the ratio of 3: 2. On 1-4-2014 their Balance Sheet was as follows :

Balance Sheet of Charu and Harsha as on 1st April, 2014
Liabilities Amount(Rs) Assets Amount(Rs)
Creditors 17,000 Cash 6,000
General Reserve 4,000 Debtors 15,000
Workmen Compensation Fund 9,000 Investments 20,000
Investment Fluctuation Fund 11,000 Plant 14,000
Provision for bad debts 2,000 Land & buildings 38,000
Capitals:      
Charu- 30,000      
Harsha- 20,000 50,000    
  93,000   93,000

On the above date Vaishali was admitted for 1/4 th share in the profits of the firm on the following terms :
(a) Vaishali will bring Rs.20,000 for her capital and Rs.4,000 for her share of goodwill premium.
(b) All debtors were considered good.
(c) The market value of investments was Rs. 15,000.
(d) There was a liability of Rs.6,000 for workmen compensation.
(e) Capital accounts of Charu and Harsha are to be adjusted on the basis of Vaishali's capital by opening current accounts.
Question:
Amount distributed amongst the old partners In respect of workmen's compensation fund will be

Option 1: Crediting old partners capital Account with Rs 2,000 and Rs 1,000

Option 2: crediting the old partner's capital account with Rs 1,800 and Rs 1,200

Option 3: debiting old partner's capital account with Rs 1,800 and Rs 1,200

Option 4: None of the above

Team Careers360 7th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: crediting the old partner's capital account with Rs 1,800 and Rs 1,200


Solution : Answer = crediting the old partner's capital account with Rs 1,800  and Rs 1,200

  Charu Harsha Vaishali   Charu Harsha Vaishali
        By Bal. B/D 30000 20,000 -
        Revaluation(profit) 1200 800

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        Reserve 2400 1600 -
        W.C. Res 1800 1200 -
        I.F. Res 3600 2400 -
        Bank - - 20,000
        Premium for Goodwill 2400 1600 -
Bal. C/D 41400 27600 20000        
  41400 27600 20000   41400 27600 20000

 

  Charu Harsha Vaishali   Charu Harsha Vaishali
Current A/c  5400 3600 - By Bal. B/D 41400 27600 20,000
Bal. C/D 36000 24000 20,000        
  41400 27600 20000   41400 27600 20000

Hence, the correct option is 2.

 

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Question : How did Indian accounts of the Revolt of 1857 contribute to the nationalistic narrative in India?

Option 1: By glorifying British rule

Option 2: By highlighting the unity among Indians

Option 3: By emphasizing the economic benefits of the revolt

Option 4: By downplaying the violence

Team Careers360 8th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: By highlighting the unity among Indians


Solution : Correct Option: 2
Explanation: Indian accounts of the Revolt of 1857 often highlighted the unity among different communities and leaders, contributing to the nationalistic narrative in India and fostering a sense of collective resistance against colonial rule.

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Question : Which authority recommends the principles governing the grants in -aid of revenues of  the states out of the consolidated fund of india?

Option 1: public accounts committee

Option 2: union ministry of finance

Option 3: Finance Commission 

Option 4: inter-state council

Team Careers360 21st Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Finance Commission 


Solution : The Correct Answer is Finance Commission 

A constitutional body, the Finance Commission is established by the President. The Central Finance Commission (CFC) is required by Article 280(3)(C) of the Constitution to recommend actions to increase the Consolidated Fund of a State to supplement the resource of Municipalities based on the recommendations of the respective SFCs. It lays out the guidelines by which the Centre should distribute grants in aid to states from the Consolidated Fund of India and suggests steps to boost state resources.

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