Question 6
Final Accounts of a Sole TraderUse the following Trading Account (? marks figures you must work out):
Debit side: Opening Stock ₦1,200; Purchases ?; Add Carriage Inwards ₦300; Less returns outwards ₦1,570; Less closing stock ₦2,220; Gross Profit (25% of sales) ?; Total ₦28,500
Credit side: Sales ₦29,000; Less sales Returns ₦500; Net sales ₦28,500
The cost of goods available for sale is
- A.₦21,375
- B.₦22,095
- C.₦22,395
- D.₦23,595
- E.₦25,165
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: D (₦23,595)
Explanation
Cost of goods sold 21,375 + closing stock 2,220 = ₦23,595.