JAMB Principles of Accounts 1994 Question 43

Question 43

Interpretation of Accounts

The accounts of Buba (Nig.) Plc showed the following for the year ended December 31, 1993:
Gross sales ₦219 900
Sales returns and allowances ₦4 900
Net sales ₦215 000
Accounts receivable (net): 1/1/93 ₦20 000; 31/12/93 ₦30 000
The turnover of accounts receivable is

  1. A.6.14 times per year
  2. B.8.14 times per year
  3. C.8.60 times per year
  4. D.8.64 times per year.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (8.60 times per year)

Explanation

Average receivables = (20 000 + 30 000) ÷ 2 = ₦25 000. Turnover = net sales ÷ average receivables = 215 000 ÷ 25 000 = 8.6 times.