Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Accountancy

Chapter

Introduction to Accounting

Question:

What are the expenses?

Options:

Amount invested by the owner in the firm

Documentary evidence in support of a transaction

Costs incurred by a business in the process of earning revenue

Something on hand-goods, spares and other items in a business.

Correct Answer:

Costs incurred by a business in the process of earning revenue

Explanation:

The correct answer is option 3- Costs incurred by a business in the process of earning revenue.

Costs incurred by a business in the process of earning revenue are known as expenses. Generally, expenses are measured by the cost of assets consumed or services used during an accounting period. The usual items of expenses are: depreciation, rent, wages, salaries, interest, cost of heater, light and water, telephone, etc.