JAMB Principles of Accounts 2012 Question 26

Question 26

Incomplete Records

Cash Book (Extract)
Debit: Balance b/f ₦2,200; Receipt from Customers ₦16,400
Credit: Sundry expenses ₦16,800; Drawings ₦4,700; Suppliers ₦7,300
Debtors opening and closing balances amount to ₦6,500 and ₦7,600 respectively.
What is the sales value?

  1. A.₦15,300
  2. B.₦17,500
  3. C.₦29,400
  4. D.₦31,600.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (₦17,500)

Explanation

Credit sales = receipts 16 400 + closing debtors 7 600 − opening debtors 6 500 = ₦17 500.