JAMB Principles of Accounts 2008 Question 27

Question 27

Incomplete Records

31 Dec. 05: Total fixed assets ₦7 800; Total current assets ₦12 100; Total current liabilities ₦4 700
31 Dec. 06: Total fixed assets ₦6 600; Total current assets ₦17 800; Total current liabilities ₦3 800
Drawings for 2006 is N5 200
What is the net profit for 2006?

  1. A.N19 000
  2. B.N16 000
  3. C.N12 600
  4. D.N10 600
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (N10 600)

Explanation

Capital 2006 = 6 600 + 17 800 − 3 800 = ₦20 600. Net profit = closing capital − opening capital + drawings = 20 600 − 15 200 + 5 200 = ₦10 600.