Question 43
Branch AccountsHead office sends goods to its branch at cost plus mark-up of 25%. A debit of ₦40 000 to the branch stock account in the head office books will indicate that the head office has sent goods with a profit of
- A.₦4 000
- B.₦6 000
- C.₦10 000
- D.₦8 000.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: D (₦8 000.)
Explanation
At cost plus 25%, profit is 25/125 = 1/5 of the selling value: ⅕ × 40 000 = ₦8 000.