Transaction Records MCQs including invoices, receipts, and transaction logs

By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman Shamil | Last updated: July 20, 2024

MCQ Set 1: Invoices

  1. What is an invoice?
    • A) A document that requests payment for goods or services provided
    • B) A document that confirms payment has been received
    • C) A document that logs customer complaints
    • D) A document that details employee working hours
    • Answer: A) A document that requests payment for goods or services provided
  2. Which of the following information is typically included on an invoice?
    • A) Payment terms
    • B) Employee salaries
    • C) Product warranty details
    • D) Customer feedback
    • Answer: A) Payment terms
  3. What is the purpose of an invoice number?
    • A) To track the shipment of goods
    • B) To uniquely identify each invoice for record-keeping
    • C) To provide a discount to the customer
    • D) To schedule the delivery time
    • Answer: B) To uniquely identify each invoice for record-keeping
  4. Which document should be issued if an invoice contains an error?
    • A) Credit note
    • B) Debit note
    • C) Payment receipt
    • D) Purchase order
    • Answer: A) Credit note
  5. What does “net 30” mean on an invoice?
    • A) Payment is due within 30 days of the invoice date
    • B) A 30% discount is applied to the total amount
    • C) The invoice is for 30 items
    • D) Payment should be made in 30 installments
    • Answer: A) Payment is due within 30 days of the invoice date

MCQ Set 2: Receipts

  1. What is a receipt?
    • A) A document that requests payment for goods or services
    • B) A document that confirms payment has been received
    • C) A document that lists employee working hours
    • D) A document that details inventory levels
    • Answer: B) A document that confirms payment has been received
  2. Which information is typically found on a receipt?
    • A) Terms and conditions of sale
    • B) Detailed product specifications
    • C) Payment method used
    • D) Future order details
    • Answer: C) Payment method used
  3. What is the main purpose of issuing a receipt?
    • A) To track inventory levels
    • B) To confirm and document the completion of a transaction
    • C) To request additional payment
    • D) To schedule future payments
    • Answer: B) To confirm and document the completion of a transaction
  4. In the event of a return, which document is often required by the seller?
    • A) Invoice
    • B) Receipt
    • C) Delivery note
    • D) Credit note
    • Answer: B) Receipt
  5. What typically happens if a receipt is lost?
    • A) The transaction is voided
    • B) The customer may not be able to return or exchange the product
    • C) The customer must make a new purchase
    • D) The receipt is automatically regenerated
    • Answer: B) The customer may not be able to return or exchange the product

MCQ Set 3: Transaction Logs

  1. What is a transaction log?
    • A) A document that requests payment for goods or services
    • B) A document that confirms payment has been received
    • C) A record of all transactions made over a period of time
    • D) A document detailing product specifications
    • Answer: C) A record of all transactions made over a period of time
  2. Why are transaction logs important in accounting?
    • A) They provide promotional information to customers
    • B) They help track and verify financial transactions for accuracy
    • C) They are used to schedule employee shifts
    • D) They serve as a product catalog
    • Answer: B) They help track and verify financial transactions for accuracy
  3. Which of the following is commonly found in a transaction log?
    • A) Invoice amounts and dates
    • B) Customer feedback
    • C) Employee performance reviews
    • D) Marketing campaign results
    • Answer: A) Invoice amounts and dates
  4. What is the purpose of a timestamp in a transaction log?
    • A) To record the exact time a transaction occurred
    • B) To calculate the total amount due
    • C) To apply discounts
    • D) To identify the payment method used
    • Answer: A) To record the exact time a transaction occurred
  5. In database management, what is the role of a transaction log?
    • A) To provide a backup for data recovery in case of a failure
    • B) To design the database schema
    • C) To optimize query performance
    • D) To schedule database maintenance tasks
    • Answer: A) To provide a backup for data recovery in case of a failure