JAMB Principles of Accounts 2006 Question 33

Question 33

Departmental Accounts

Stationary Dept.: Sales ₦10 600; Cost of goods sold ₦5 247
Video Dept.: Sales ₦15 175; Cost of goods sold ₦6 704
The expenses incurred were rent ₦4 500, motor repairs ₦1 200 and telephone ₦900. The basis of cost apportionment is 2/3 stationary and 1/3 video.
Find the total expenses allocated to the stationery department

  1. A.₦3 600
  2. B.₦1 400
  3. C.₦4 400
  4. D.₦3 800.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (₦4 400)

Explanation

Total expenses ₦6 600 × 2/3 = ₦4 400.