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Question
Is the following revenue expenditure or capital expenditure in the context of government budget? Give reason.
Expenditure on purchasing computers
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Solution
Expenditure on purchasing computers is capital expenditure. This expenditure has a decline in government liabilities and creates assets for the government. For example, purchase of shares and bonds.
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