Payments received in advance from a customer for a contract can be__________?

Correct answer: D. Either A or B above

  • A. Shown as a deduction from contract work-in-progress on asset side
  • B. Shown as a liability
  • C. Credited to P&L A/c
  • D. Either A or B above

Explanation

An advance received before contract work is performed represents an obligation to provide goods or services, so it may be presented as a liability. In contract accounting, it may also be shown by deducting it from contract work-in-progress, making either A or B acceptable.

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