WAEC Financial Accounting 2018 Question 37

Question 37

Not-for-Profit Organisations

Use the following information to answer questions 36 and 37.
Receipt and Payments: 31st December, 2016 (₦)
Receipts: Cash at bank 460; Subscriptions 520; Donations 500; Sale of tickets 490; Entrance fees 670
Payments: New equipment 200; Cleaners' wages 540; Stationery 140; Repairs 110
The total income received for the year is

  1. A.₦2,640.
  2. B.₦2,180.
  3. C.₦1,890.
  4. D.₦1,690.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (₦2,180.)

Explanation

Subscriptions, donations, tickets and entrance fees: 520 + 500 + 490 + 670 = ₦2,180; the opening bank balance is not income.