Question 17
Company AccountsUse the following information:
10,000 ordinary shares of ₦1 each: ₦10,000
5,000 5% preference shares of ₦1 each: ₦5,000
Profit and Loss Account: ₦8,000
8% debenture: ₦10,000
Creditors: ₦3,000
Bank overdraft: ₦2,000
Plants and machinery: ₦10,000
Furniture and fittings: ₦3,000
Stock: ₦8,000
Debtors: ₦5,000
What is the amount of share capital?
- A.₦33,000
- B.₦25,000
- C.₦23,000
- D.₦15,000
- E.₦10,000.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: D (₦15,000)
Explanation
Ordinary 10,000 + preference 5,000 = ₦15,000.