Question 8
Capital and Revenue ExpenditureWhich of the following are examples of capital expenditure?
I. Purchase of a delivery van
II. Repainting office walls
III. Extension of the factory building
IV. Annual insurance premium
- A.II and IV only
- B.I and III only
- C.I, II and III only
- D.All of the above
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (I and III only)
Explanation
Buying a van and extending a building add lasting assets; repainting and insurance are running (revenue) costs.