Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Accountancy

Chapter

Analysis of Financial Statements

Question:
Profit and Loss account provides information about profitability of the enterprise.................
Options:
At a Point of Time
At a specific point of time
For a Period of Time
None of the above
Correct Answer:
For a Period of Time
Explanation:
The income statement, also known as the profit and loss (P&L) statement, is one of the three primary financial statements used by companies to report their financial performance over a specific period of time, typically a quarter or a year. It provides a summary of a company's revenues, expenses, and profits (or losses) during that time frame. The income statement is important for investors, creditors, and other stakeholders to assess the company's profitability and operating efficiency.