The difference between gross dividend receivable and dividend received is debited to _________.
A
interim dividend
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B
tax deducted at source
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C
net dividend
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D
difference adjustment
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Solution
The correct option is B tax deducted at source Dividend is a taxable item. When the company is paying a dividend, it is subject to tax deduction. Hence difference between dividend receivable and dividend received is the amount of tax deduction.