Question 23
Incomplete RecordsGiven:
31/12/07: Stocks ₦4 200; Rates in advance ₦1 000; Accrued wages ₦1 150
31/12/08: Stocks ₦3 900; Rates in advance ₦1 500; Accrued wages ₦1 350
Cost of goods sold was valued at ₦6 000. Cash paid for rates and wages during the year was ₦1 300 and ₦2 200 respectively.
What is the value of purchases for the year 2008?
- A.₦6 000
- B.₦9 900
- C.₦14 100
- D.₦5 700
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: D (₦5 700)
Explanation
Purchases = cost of goods sold + closing stock − opening stock = 6 000 + 3 900 − 4 200 = ₦5 700.