Target Exam

CUET

Subject

-- Applied Mathematics - Section B2

Chapter

Financial Mathematics

Question:

Which of the following is NOT correct about "Sinking Fund"?

Options:

It is set up for particular upcoming expense.

A fixed amount at regular intervals is deposited in it.

It can be used only for the purpose it was created.

It is a long-term fund which can be closed at any time.

Correct Answer:

It is a long-term fund which can be closed at any time.

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (4) → It is a long-term fund which can be closed at any time.

Given options about Sinking Fund:

1) It is set up for a particular upcoming expense ✅ Correct

2) A fixed amount at regular intervals is deposited in it ✅ Correct

3) It can be used only for the purpose it was created ✅ Correct

4) It is a long-term fund which can be closed at any time ❌ Not correct, as sinking fund is long-term and cannot be closed arbitrarily

Incorrect statement: It is a long-term fund which can be closed at any time