JAMB Principles of Accounts 2007 Question 3

Question 3

Not-for-Profit Organisations

Entrance fees ₦1 200
Subscriptions (including ₦850 arrears) ₦4 310
Donations received ₦1 500
Proceeds from sales ₦2 300
Total payments ₦8 200
Depreciation ₦2 100
Closing cash balance ₦1 110
The club deposited 200% of the closing cash balance in the bank during the period.
Determine the opening cash balance of the club.

  1. A.₦3 070
  2. B.₦2 220
  3. C.₦5 710
  4. D.₦4 320.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (₦2 220)

Explanation

Receipts = 1 200 + 4 310 + 1 500 + 2 300 = ₦9 310. Opening balance = 11 530 − 9 310 = ₦2 220.