JAMB Principles of Accounts 2013 Question 40

Question 40

Departmental Accounts

Department | K (₦) | Y (₦)
Opening stock | 2,500 | 800
Purchases | 120,000 | 100,000
Sales | 180,000 | 200,000
Salaries | 8,000 | 30,000
Closing stock | 3,000 | 1,500
Rate expenses of N1,500 are apportioned in the ratio 1:2.
The gross profit for K is

  1. A.₦23,500.
  2. B.₦60,500.
  3. C.₦60,700.
  4. D.₦82,500.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (₦60,500.)

Explanation

Cost of sales K = 2 500 + 120 000 − 3 000 = 119 500. Gross profit = 180 000 − 119 500 = ₦60 500.