Question 26
Incomplete RecordsIn single entry and incomplete records, the net assets method used to ascertain profit is
- A.net asset at the end of a period – net asset at the beginning of a period = profit + additional capital – drawings
- B.net asset at the end of a period – net asset at the beginning of a period = profit – additional capital – drawings
- C.net asset at the end of a period – net asset at the beginning of a period – drawings
- D.net asset at the end of a period + additional capital – drawings.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: A (net asset at the end of a period – net asset at the beginning of a period = profit + additional capital – drawings)
Explanation
Increase in net assets = profit + new capital − drawings.