Question 47
Partnership AccountsUse the information below to answer questions 47 and 48.
The partnership agreement between Abba, Baba and Kaka contains the following provisions:
(i) 5% interest to be paid on capital and no interest to be charged on drawings
(ii) Profits and losses to be shared in the ratio 3:2:1 respectively
(iii) Net profit as at 31/12/95 ₦2,250.
(₦: Abba; Baba; Kaka)
Capital 5000; 4000; 3000
Current account 250; 100; 175
Salary 300; 300; —
Drawings 600; 500; 250
Abba's capital balance at the end of the year will be
- A.₦5475
- B.₦5725
- C.₦4400
- D.₦5000.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: D (₦5000.)
Explanation
With current accounts kept, interest, salary, profit share and drawings go to the current account, so Abba's capital stays at ₦5 000.