Question 18
Interpretation of AccountsUse the following information to answer questions 18 to 20.
Balance Sheet as at 31st December, 2010
Capital ₦40,000; Less: Net loss ₦5,000 = ₦35,000; Less: drawings ₦2,000 = ₦33,000
Long term loan ₦20,000 (total ₦53,000)
Creditors ₦8,000
Accrued expenses ₦4,000
Total ₦65,000
Freehold premises ₦50,000
Stock ₦3,000
Debtors ₦4,000
Cash at bank ₦6,500
Cash in hand ₦1,500
Total ₦65,000
The amount of working capital is
- A.₦11,000.
- B.₦7,000.
- C.₦4,000.
- D.₦3,000.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: D (₦3,000.)
Explanation
Current assets = 3,000 + 4,000 + 6,500 + 1,500 = ₦15,000. Current liabilities = 8,000 + 4,000 = ₦12,000. Working capital = 15,000 − 12,000 = ₦3,000.