Question 29
Interpretation of AccountsHopewell Limited – Balance Sheet as at 31st December, 1998
Ordinary Share Capital N140,000; 8% Preference share N63,000; Retained earnings N40,000; 10% Debentures N60,000; Creditors N10,000; Accrued wages N12,000; total N325,000
Plant and Machinery N100,000; Furniture N62,000; Motor Van N75,000; Stock N22,000; Debtors N26,000; Bank N40,000; total N325,000
What is the working capital?
- A.N180,000
- B.N140,000
- C.N88,000
- D.N66,000
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: D (N66,000)
Explanation
88,000 − 22,000 = N66,000.