Question 6
Control AccountsSales Ledger Control Account
Debit side: Balance b/d ?; Sales ₦21,610; Acceptance dishonoured ₦542; Total ₦34,742
Credit side: Discount Allowed ₦968; Sales Returns ₦942; Cash received from customers ?; Balance c/d ₦13,740; Total ₦34,742
What is the total debts at the beginning of the year?
- A.₦12,590
- B.₦13,740
- C.₦20,668
- D.₦21,610
- E.₦34,742.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: A (₦12,590)
Explanation
Opening balance = 34,742 − 21,610 − 542 = ₦12,590.