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NCERT · Class 11 · Accountancy · Depreciation, Provisions and ReservesWhat is a reserve?

Step-by-Step Solution

A reserve is an amount set aside out of profits and other surpluses to strengthen the financial position of the business.

Detailed Options Breakdown
Option : Charge against profit for a known liability

Incorrect choice. This distractor represents a common misunderstanding of the core principles of Depreciation, Provisions and Reserves.

Option 1: Amount set aside out of profits for future strengthening (Correct Answer)

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Option 2: An external liability

Incorrect choice. This distractor represents a common misunderstanding of the core principles of Depreciation, Provisions and Reserves.

Option 3: A type of loss

Incorrect choice. This distractor represents a common misunderstanding of the core principles of Depreciation, Provisions and Reserves.

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