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Bank Reconciliation Statement — Chapter Summary

CBSE · Class 11 · Accountancy

Summary of Bank Reconciliation Statement for CBSE Class 11 Accountancy. Part of the CBSE Class 11 Accountancy syllabus.

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Overview

A bank reconciliation statement explains the difference between the balance shown by the cash book and the balance shown by the bank passbook or bank statement. The cash book serves as both the cash account and the bank account and shows the balance at the end of the period. The passbook or bank sta

Key Concepts

The cash book records cash

The cash book records cash and bank transactions in the business records. The passbook or bank statement records the same account from the bank’s side

Differences arise when a transaction

Differences arise when a transaction is recorded in one book before it appears in the other. Common causes are cheques issued but not yet presented, c

Differences may also arise from mistakes

Differences may also arise from mistakes made by the business or by the bank, such as wrong recording, omission, or wrong totalling.

A debit balance as per cash

A debit balance as per cash book is a favourable balance and means deposits held at the bank. A credit balance as per cash book is an overdraft and is

An overdraft is a negative bank

An overdraft is a negative bank balance. In bank reconciliation, it is treated as a negative figure. When the bank statement shows Dr. or OD, it means

Learning Objectives

  • State the meaning and need of a bank reconciliation statement.
  • Identify causes of difference between cash book balance and passbook balance.
  • Distinguish between timing differences and errors.
  • Prepare a bank reconciliation statement from either cash book balance or passbook balance.
  • Understand favourable balance, unfavourable balance, and overdraft in both cash book and passbook.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Bank Reconciliation Statement for CBSE Class 11 Accountancy?
Key topics in Bank Reconciliation Statement include Meaning and Need of Bank Reconciliation, Causes of Difference Between Cash Book and Passbook, Treatment of Common Items in BRS, Balances and Four Situations. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 11 exams.
How should I revise Bank Reconciliation Statement for Class 11 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 145 practice questions on Bank Reconciliation Statement. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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