Question 15
Company AccountsUse the following Balance Sheet:
Ordinary share capital ₦100,000
6% Preference share capital ₦60,000
Reserve ₦20,000
(subtotal ₦180,000)
10% Debentures ₦40,000
Creditors ₦25,000
Accrued Rent ₦3,000
Total ₦248,000
Plant and Machinery ₦60,000
Furniture ₦50,000
Motor Van ₦68,000
Stock ₦14,000
Debtors ₦36,000
Prepayments ₦1,800
Bank ₦18,200
Total ₦248,000
What is the equity capital?
- A.₦100,000
- B.₦120,000
- C.₦160,000
- D.₦180,000
- E.₦220,000
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (₦120,000)
Explanation
Equity belongs to ordinary shareholders: ordinary shares 100,000 + reserve 20,000 = ₦120,000 (preference shares are not equity).