Miscellaneous In Commerce — Part 2 MCQs with Explanations
Practice high-yield Commerce & Accounting MCQs on Miscellaneous In Commerce — Part 2 with worked academic solutions for FPSC Senior Auditor, PPSC, NTS, PMS, CSS.
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Question 1 of 40
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
Which three of the following types of cyber attacks may occur in the process of mobile banking? 1. Backdoor attack 2. Front door attack 3. Denial of service attack 4. Direct access attack Choose the correct option from those given below :
Correct Answer: Option D — 1, 3 and 4
Detailed Academic Explanation:
1, 3 and 4 is the correct answer to “Which three of the following types of cyber attacks may occur in the process of mobile banking? 1. Backdoor attack 2. Front door attack 3. Denial of service attack 4. Direct access attack Choose the correct option from those given below :”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Miscellaneous In Commerce.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Miscellaneous In Commerce
Question 2 of 40
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
The institution set up for general supervision and control of capital market is:
Correct Answer: Option C — SEBI
Detailed Academic Explanation:
SEBI is the correct answer to “The institution set up for general supervision and control of capital market is:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Miscellaneous In Commerce.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Miscellaneous In Commerce
Question 3 of 40
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
If net profit margin is 10%, total assets turnover 2 times, and the total debts to total assets ratio 0.6 the return on equity will be:
Correct Answer: Option A — 20%
Detailed Academic Explanation:
20% is the correct answer to “If net profit margin is 10%, total assets turnover 2 times, and the total debts to total assets ratio 0.6 the return on equity will be:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Miscellaneous In Commerce.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Miscellaneous In Commerce
Question 4 of 40
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
Which of the following statements are true? 1. Pay-back period method considers all cash flows of a project 2. Pay-back period method concerns more with the recovery of cost than profitability 3. Net Present Value represents net addition to the wealth of shareholders 4. Accounting Rate of Return method incorporates risk as well as time value of money Choose the correct option from those below:
Correct Answer: Option C — 2 and 3
Detailed Academic Explanation:
2 and 3 is the correct answer to “Which of the following statements are true? 1. Pay-back period method considers all cash flows of a project 2. Pay-back period method concerns more with the recovery of cost than profitability 3. Net Present Value represents net addition to the wealth of shareholders 4. Accounting Rate of Return method incorporates risk as well as time value of money Choose the correct option from those below:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Miscellaneous In Commerce.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Miscellaneous In Commerce
Question 5 of 40
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
All direct & indirect expenses related to business are charged:
Correct Answer: Option C — Trading account and Profit & Loss account
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Trading account and Profit & Loss account is the correct answer to “All direct & indirect expenses related to business are charged:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Miscellaneous In Commerce.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Miscellaneous In Commerce
Question 6 of 40
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
Financial account record only:
Correct Answer: Option A — Actual figures
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Actual figures is the correct answer to “Financial account record only:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Miscellaneous In Commerce.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Miscellaneous In Commerce
Question 7 of 40
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
Custom and traditions which guide the accountant while preparing the accounting statements:
Correct Answer: Option C — Accounting principles
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Accounting principles is the correct answer to “Custom and traditions which guide the accountant while preparing the accounting statements:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Miscellaneous In Commerce.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Miscellaneous In Commerce
Question 8 of 40
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
Which of the following is not a part of the basic function of Office Management?
Correct Answer: Option A — Public Relations function
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Public Relations function is the correct answer to “Which of the following is not a part of the basic function of Office Management”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Miscellaneous In Commerce.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Miscellaneous In Commerce
Question 9 of 40
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
Accounting principles are generally based upon:
Correct Answer: Option A — Practicability
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Practicability is the correct answer to “Accounting principles are generally based upon:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Miscellaneous In Commerce.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Miscellaneous In Commerce
Question 10 of 40
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
The cash discount allowed to a debtor should be credited to:
Correct Answer: Option B — Customer a/c
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Customer a/c is the correct answer to “The cash discount allowed to a debtor should be credited to:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Miscellaneous In Commerce.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Miscellaneous In Commerce
Question 11 of 40
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
Which one of the following items would fall under the definition of a liability?
Correct Answer: Option C — Owner's equity
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Owner's equity is the correct answer to “Which one of the following items would fall under the definition of a liability”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Miscellaneous In Commerce.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Miscellaneous In Commerce
Question 12 of 40
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
Which of the following is not related with Money Measurement Concept?
Correct Answer: Option B — The transactions which cannot be expressed in money, will not be recorded in accounting books
Detailed Academic Explanation:
The transactions which cannot be expressed in money, will not be recorded in accounting books is the correct answer to “Which of the following is not related with Money Measurement Concept”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Miscellaneous In Commerce.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Miscellaneous In Commerce
Question 13 of 40
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
Content of income statement
Correct Answer: Option D — All of the above
Detailed Academic Explanation:
All of the above is the correct answer to “Content of income statement”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Miscellaneous In Commerce.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Miscellaneous In Commerce
Question 14 of 40
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
Which of the following is not a part of Production Cost Budget?
Correct Answer: Option C — Cash Budget
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Cash Budget is the correct answer to “Which of the following is not a part of Production Cost Budget”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Miscellaneous In Commerce.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Miscellaneous In Commerce
Question 15 of 40
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
Which of the following sanctions foreign exchange for import of goods:
Correct Answer: Option C — Reserve Bank of India
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Reserve Bank of India is the correct answer to “Which of the following sanctions foreign exchange for import of goods:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Miscellaneous In Commerce.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Miscellaneous In Commerce
Question 16 of 40
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
The business combination which engages in the manufacture of different kinds of products of allied nature is called:
Correct Answer: Option B — Lateral combination
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Lateral combination is the correct answer to “The business combination which engages in the manufacture of different kinds of products of allied nature is called:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Miscellaneous In Commerce.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Miscellaneous In Commerce
Question 17 of 40
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer: List I List II a. Rival firms 1. External Environment b. Technology 2. Social and cultural environment c. Improving quality 3. Internal environment d. Ethics business 4. Global environment
Correct Answer: Option C — a-3, b-1, c-4, d-2
Detailed Academic Explanation:
a-3, b-1, c-4, d-2 is the correct answer to “Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer: List I List II a. Rival firms 1. External Environment b. Technology 2. Social and cultural environment c. Improving quality 3. Internal environment d. Ethics business 4. Global environment”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Miscellaneous In Commerce.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Miscellaneous In Commerce
Question 18 of 40
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
Which type of asset class includes those assets which have only definite use and become valueless when the yield is over?
Correct Answer: Option D — Wasting asset
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Wasting asset is the correct answer to “Which type of asset class includes those assets which have only definite use and become valueless when the yield is over”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Miscellaneous In Commerce.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Miscellaneous In Commerce
Question 19 of 40
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
Cash Purchases:
Correct Answer: Option C — Decreases assets
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Decreases assets is the correct answer to “Cash Purchases:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Miscellaneous In Commerce.
Debiting salary a/c; crediting cash a/c is the correct answer to “Payment of salary is recorded by:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Miscellaneous In Commerce.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Miscellaneous In Commerce
Question 21 of 40
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
Payment received from Debtor:
Correct Answer: Option C — Results in no change in the Total Assets
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Results in no change in the Total Assets is the correct answer to “Payment received from Debtor:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Miscellaneous In Commerce.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Miscellaneous In Commerce
Question 22 of 40
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
Accountant should follow the same principles of accounting continuously is as per which accounting convention:
Correct Answer: Option C — Convention of consistency
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Convention of consistency is the correct answer to “Accountant should follow the same principles of accounting continuously is as per which accounting convention:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Miscellaneous In Commerce.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Miscellaneous In Commerce
Question 23 of 40
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
Cost accounting is applied to:
Correct Answer: Option D — Manufacturing and service concern
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Manufacturing and service concern is the correct answer to “Cost accounting is applied to:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Miscellaneous In Commerce.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Miscellaneous In Commerce
Question 24 of 40
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
Franking machine is used for-
Correct Answer: Option D — Printing of stamp on envelops
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Printing of stamp on envelops is the correct answer to “Franking machine is used for-”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Miscellaneous In Commerce.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Miscellaneous In Commerce
Question 25 of 40
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
Which of the following is a real (permanent) account?
Correct Answer: Option D — Both Goodwill and Accounts Receivable
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Both Goodwill and Accounts Receivable is the correct answer to “Which of the following is a real (permanent) account”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Miscellaneous In Commerce.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Miscellaneous In Commerce
Question 26 of 40
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
Which of the following functions is managerial accounting intended to facilitate?
Correct Answer: Option D — All of these
Detailed Academic Explanation:
All of these is the correct answer to “Which of the following functions is managerial accounting intended to facilitate”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Miscellaneous In Commerce.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Miscellaneous In Commerce
Question 27 of 40
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
The revenue recognition principal dictates that all types of incomes should be recorded or recognized when:
Correct Answer: Option C — When they are earned
Detailed Academic Explanation:
When they are earned is the correct answer to “The revenue recognition principal dictates that all types of incomes should be recorded or recognized when:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Miscellaneous In Commerce.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Miscellaneous In Commerce
Question 28 of 40
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
Choose incorrect statement from the following:
Correct Answer: Option D — 273 Days T-bills were introduced in 2006
Detailed Academic Explanation:
273 Days T-bills were introduced in 2006 is the correct answer to “Choose incorrect statement from the following:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Miscellaneous In Commerce.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Miscellaneous In Commerce
Question 29 of 40
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
Under which of the following approaches, the cost of equity is assumed to increase linearly with leverage, i.e., the average cost of capital remains constant with increased use of leverage?
Correct Answer: Option A — Net Operating Income Approach
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Net Operating Income Approach is the correct answer to “Under which of the following approaches, the cost of equity is assumed to increase linearly with leverage, i.e., the average cost of capital remains constant with increased use of leverage”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Miscellaneous In Commerce.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Miscellaneous In Commerce
Question 30 of 40
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
The main function of a business office is
Correct Answer: Option C — To keep records and letters safe for future
Detailed Academic Explanation:
To keep records and letters safe for future is the correct answer to “The main function of a business office is”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Miscellaneous In Commerce.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Miscellaneous In Commerce
Question 31 of 40
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
Which one of the following speculative classes causes a fall in the prices of securities in the near future? OR Which category of speculators expects a fall in the price of securities in the near future:
Correct Answer: Option B — Bear
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Bear is the correct answer to “Which one of the following speculative classes causes a fall in the prices of securities in the near future? OR Which category of speculators expects a fall in the price of securities in the near future:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Miscellaneous In Commerce.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Miscellaneous In Commerce
Question 32 of 40
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
Which of the following statements is correct in regards to exchange rate risk of a firm importing goods? (1) If home currency weakens, the firm incurs a loss. (2) If home currency strengthens, the firm incurs a loss. Select the correct answer from the options given below:
Correct Answer: Option A — (1) Only
Detailed Academic Explanation:
(1) Only is the correct answer to “Which of the following statements is correct in regards to exchange rate risk of a firm importing goods? (1) If home currency weakens, the firm incurs a loss. (2) If home currency strengthens, the firm incurs a loss. Select the correct answer from the options given below:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Miscellaneous In Commerce.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Miscellaneous In Commerce
Question 33 of 40
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
New issue of shares is made in
Correct Answer: Option A — primary market
Detailed Academic Explanation:
primary market is the correct answer to “New issue of shares is made in”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Miscellaneous In Commerce.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Miscellaneous In Commerce
Question 34 of 40
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
Vertical Combination:
Correct Answer: Option B — Reduces expenditure
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Reduces expenditure is the correct answer to “Vertical Combination:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Miscellaneous In Commerce.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Miscellaneous In Commerce
Question 35 of 40
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
Which of the following are the forms of e-banking? Select the correct answer. (1) Internet Banking (2) Telephone Banking (3) Electronic Cheque Conversion (4) Electronic Bill Payment (5) Direct Fund Transfer Through RTGS
Correct Answer: Option D — (1), (2), (3), (4) and (5)
Detailed Academic Explanation:
(1), (2), (3), (4) and (5) is the correct answer to “Which of the following are the forms of e-banking? Select the correct answer. (1) Internet Banking (2) Telephone Banking (3) Electronic Cheque Conversion (4) Electronic Bill Payment (5) Direct Fund Transfer Through RTGS”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Miscellaneous In Commerce.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Miscellaneous In Commerce
Question 36 of 40
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
The basic function of financial accounting is to:
Correct Answer: Option B — Interpret financial data
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Interpret financial data is the correct answer to “The basic function of financial accounting is to:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Miscellaneous In Commerce.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Miscellaneous In Commerce
Question 37 of 40
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
Profit from sale of assets is example for:
Correct Answer: Option B — Capital Profit
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Capital Profit is the correct answer to “Profit from sale of assets is example for:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Miscellaneous In Commerce.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Miscellaneous In Commerce
Question 38 of 40
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
The primary objective of cost accounting is:
Correct Answer: Option A — Ascertain the cost of goods and services
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Ascertain the cost of goods and services is the correct answer to “The primary objective of cost accounting is:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Miscellaneous In Commerce.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Miscellaneous In Commerce
Question 39 of 40
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
Financial accounting deals with:
Correct Answer: Option B — Determination of profit
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Determination of profit is the correct answer to “Financial accounting deals with:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Miscellaneous In Commerce.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Miscellaneous In Commerce
Question 40 of 40
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
★ FPSC Senior Auditor
★ PPSC
Systems approach to management refers to:
Correct Answer: Option A — The management information system
Detailed Academic Explanation:
The management information system is the correct answer to “Systems approach to management refers to:”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Miscellaneous In Commerce.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Miscellaneous In Commerce
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