Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Accountancy

Chapter

Issue and Redemption of Debentures

Question:
Interest on debenture is a/an which of the following?
Options:
Charge on profit
Provison
Appropraition
None of the above
Correct Answer:
Charge on profit
Explanation:
The interest paid on debentures represents an expense for the company, and it is deducted from the company's profits before calculating the net profit available to shareholders. In this sense, debenture interest is a charge against profit for the purpose of servicing the debt. It will be paid irrespective of the profit or loss of the company.