Question
Give two differences between provisions and reserves.
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Basis of Difference
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Provision
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Reserve
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1.
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Meaning
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It is created to meet a known liability
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It is created to meet an unknown liability.
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2.
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Necessity (Charge or Appropriation)
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Creation of provision is a legal necessity. Provisions have to be provided for even if there are no profits. Thus, provision is charge against profit
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Creation of reserves discretionary. It adequate. Thus, reserve is an Appropriation of Profit.
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3.
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Object
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The object is to provide for depreciation, doubtful debts and other specific liabilities.
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The object of reserves is to strengthen the finacial position of the business.
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₹
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Cash in hand
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12,500
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04
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Cash paid to Hari
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600
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07
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Purchased goods
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800
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12
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Cash received from Amit
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1,960
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16
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Sold goods for cash
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800
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20
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Paid to Manish
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590
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25
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Paid cartage
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100
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31
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Paid salary
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1,000
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