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.

2,996.

One major advantage of ledger is that it

A.

Is a book of original entry

B.

Is only accessible to share holders during liquidation

C.

Removes the need for preparing a balance sheet after each transaction

D.

Can be used by any type of business

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

2,997.

Diamond Ringo business was started when Mr. Diamond brought in a cheque of N500,000, which was paid into the bank account.
Which of the following entries properly records the transaction?

A.

Cash account was credited with N500,000 and capital account was debited with N500,000

B.

Bank account was debited with N500,000 and capital account was credited with N500,000

C.

Bank account was accredited with N500,000

D.

Mr. diamond acount was debited with N500,000 and the cheque account was credited with N500,000

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

2,998.

Which of the following transaction is BEST recorded in the general journal?

A.

Payment of rent with cheque

B.

Purchase of stock with cash

C.

Purchase of an asset on credit terms

D.

Transfer of cash from head office branch

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

2,000.

Which of the following accounting records are source documents?

A.

Journal and ledgers

B.

Sales invoice and cash book

C.

Cash book and debit note

D.

Sales invoice and debit note

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.