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1951.

On April 01, 2016 the following balances appeared in the books of Z. Ltd.: Rs 6% Debentures 1,00,000 Debentures Redemption Reserve Fund 80,000 D.R. Reserve Fund Investments 80,000 The investments consisted of 4% Government securities of the face value of Rs 90,000.The annual instalment was Rs 16,400. On March 31, 2017, the balance at Bank was Rs 26,000 (after receipt of interest on D.R.Reserve Fund Investment). Investments were realised at 92% and the Debentures were redeemed. The interest for the year had already been paid. Show the ledger accounts affecting redemption.

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On April 01, 2016 the following balances appeared in the books of Z. Ltd.:



























Rs



6% Debentures



1,00,000



Debentures Redemption Reserve Fund



80,000



D.R. Reserve Fund Investments



80,000






The investments consisted of 4% Government securities of the face value of Rs 90,000.



The annual instalment was Rs 16,400. On March 31, 2017, the balance at Bank was Rs 26,000 (after receipt of interest on D.R.Reserve Fund Investment). Investments were realised at 92% and the Debentures were redeemed. The interest for the year had already been paid.





Show the ledger accounts affecting redemption.


1952.

The bank gives you money in exchange for a mortgage on your house. This type of loan is called _____________.

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The bank gives you money in exchange for a mortgage on your house. This type of loan is called _____________.


1953.

Pass Journal entries rectifying the following errors:(i) A cheque for ₹ 10,000 was received from Ranjan on which ₹ 200 Cash Discount was allowed. The cheque was not honoured on due date and the amount of discount was credited to Discount Received Account.(ii) ₹ 2,000 paid as wages for machinery installation was debited to Wages Account.(iii) ₹ 5,000 received from Rakesh were credited to his Personal Account. The amount had been written off as bad debts earlier.(iv) Repair bill of machinery was recorded as ₹ 100 against the bill amount of ₹ 1,000.

Answer» Pass Journal entries rectifying the following errors:

(i) A cheque for ₹ 10,000 was received from Ranjan on which ₹ 200 Cash Discount was allowed. The cheque was not honoured on due date and the amount of discount was credited to Discount Received Account.

(ii) ₹ 2,000 paid as wages for machinery installation was debited to Wages Account.

(iii) ₹ 5,000 received from Rakesh were credited to his Personal Account. The amount had been written off as bad debts earlier.

(iv) Repair bill of machinery was recorded as ₹ 100 against the bill amount of ₹ 1,000.
1954.

A. Ltd. issued 4,000, 9% Debentures of Rs 100 each on the following terms:Rs 20 on Application;Rs 20 on Allotment;Rs 30 on First call; andRs 30 on Final call.The public applied for 4,800 Debentures. Applications for 3,600 Debentures were accepted in full. Applications for 800 Debentures were allotted 400 Debentures and applications for 400 Debentures were rejected.

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A. Ltd. issued 4,000, 9% Debentures of Rs 100 each on the following terms:



Rs 20 on Application;



Rs 20 on Allotment;



Rs 30 on First call; and



Rs 30 on Final call.



The public applied for 4,800 Debentures. Applications for 3,600 Debentures were accepted in full. Applications for 800 Debentures were allotted 400 Debentures and applications for 400 Debentures were rejected.

1955.

If current liabilities reduces, we _______ the value in cash flow statement

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If current liabilities reduces, we _______ the value in cash flow statement


1956.

Vishal sold goods for Rs 7,000 to Manju on Jan 05, 2006 and drew upon her a bill of exchange payable after 2 months. Manju accepted Vishal’s draft and handed over the same to Vishal after acceptance. Vishal immediately discounted the bill with his bank12% p.a. On the due date Manju met her acceptance. Journalise the above transactions in the books of Vishal and Manju.

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Vishal sold goods for Rs 7,000 to Manju on Jan 05, 2006 and drew upon her a bill of exchange payable after 2 months. Manju accepted Vishal’s draft and handed over the same to Vishal after acceptance. Vishal immediately discounted the bill with his bank12% p.a. On the due date Manju met her acceptance. Journalise the above transactions in the books of Vishal and Manju.






1957.

Refer the data in the table below: Particulars2005−06Reveue from Operations4,00,00,000Other Income50,00,000Purchase of stock in trade40,00,000Employee Benefit Expenses10,00,000Depreciation and Amortization65,00,000Profit before tax2,35,00,000 Apply common size analysis to Other Income

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Refer the data in the table below:

Particulars200506Reveue from Operations4,00,00,000Other Income50,00,000Purchase of stock in trade40,00,000Employee Benefit Expenses10,00,000Depreciation and Amortization65,00,000Profit before tax2,35,00,000

Apply common size analysis to Other Income


1958.

Suresh and Ramesh together invested 144000 rupees in the ratio 4:5 and bought a plot of land. After some years they sold it at a profit of 20%. What is the profit each of them got?

Answer» Suresh and Ramesh together invested 144000 rupees in the ratio 4:5 and bought a plot of land. After some years they sold it at a profit of 20%. What is the profit each of them got?
1959.

X, Y and Z share profits as 5 : 3 : 2 . They decide to share their future profits as 4 : 3 : 3 with effect from 1st April, 2018. On this date the following revaluations have taken place : Book Value (₹ ) Revised Value (₹ ) Investments 22,000 25,000 Plant and Machinery 25,000 20,000 Land and Building 40,000 50,000 Outstanding Expenses 5,600 6,000 Sundry Debtors 60,000 50,000 Trade Creditors 70,000 60,000 Pass necessary adjustment entry to be made because of the above changes in the values of assets and liabilities . However, old values will continue in the books .

Answer» X, Y and Z share profits as 5 : 3 : 2 . They decide to share their future profits as 4 : 3 : 3 with effect from 1st April, 2018. On this date the following revaluations have taken place :







































Book Value (₹ ) Revised Value (₹ )
Investments 22,000 25,000
Plant and Machinery 25,000 20,000
Land and Building 40,000 50,000
Outstanding Expenses 5,600 6,000
Sundry Debtors 60,000 50,000
Trade Creditors 70,000 60,000



Pass necessary adjustment entry to be made because of the above changes in the values of assets and liabilities . However, old values will continue in the books .
1960.

X, Y and Z were partners in a firm sharing profits in the ratio of 2 : 2 : 1. Their Balance Sheet as at 31st March, 2018 was: Liabilities ₹ Assets ₹ Creditors 49,000 Cash 8,000 Reserve 18,500 Debtors 19,000 Capital A/cs: X 82,000 Stock 42,000 Y 60,000 Building 2,07,000 Z 75,500 2,17,500 Patents 9,000 2,85,000 2,85,000 Y retired on 1st April, 2018 on the following terms:(a) Goodwill of the firm was valued at ₹ 70,000 and was not to appear in the books.(b) Bad Debts amounted to ₹ 2,000 were to be written off.(c) Patents were considered as valueless.Prepare Revaluation Account , Partners' Capital Accounts and the Balance Sheet of X and Z after Y's retirement.

Answer» X, Y and Z were partners in a firm sharing profits in the ratio of 2 : 2 : 1. Their Balance Sheet as at 31st March, 2018 was:





































































Liabilities





Assets




Creditors 49,000 Cash 8,000
Reserve 18,500 Debtors 19,000
Capital A/cs: X 82,000 Stock 42,000

Y



60,000





Building



2,07,000



Z



75,500



2,17,500



Patents



9,000





2,85,000





2,85,000


















Y retired on 1st April, 2018 on the following terms:

(a) Goodwill of the firm was valued at ₹ 70,000 and was not to appear in the books.

(b) Bad Debts amounted to ₹ 2,000 were to be written off.

(c) Patents were considered as valueless.

Prepare Revaluation Account , Partners' Capital Accounts and the Balance Sheet of X and Z after Y's retirement.
1961.

'Ananya Ltd.' had an authorised capital of ₹ 10,00,00,000 divided into 10,00,000 equity shares of ₹ 100 each. The company had already issued 2,00,000 shares. The dividend paid per share for the year ended 31st March,2007 was ₹ 30 . The management decided to export its products to African countries . To meet the requirements of additional funds, the finance manager put up the following three alternate proposals before the Board of Directors:(a) Issue 47,500 equity shares at a premium of ₹ 100 per share .(b) Obtain a long-term loan from bank which was available at 12% per annum.(c) Issue 9% Debentures at a discount of 5%.After evaluating these alternatives , the company decided to issue 1,00,000,9% Debentures on 1st April,2008. The face value of each debentures was ₹ 100 . These debentures were redeemable in four installments starting from the end of third year, which were as follows: Year III IV V VI Amount (₹) 10,00,000 20,00,000 30,00,000 40,00,000 Prepare 9% Debenture Account form 1st April, 2008 till all the debentures were redeemed.

Answer» 'Ananya Ltd.' had an authorised capital of ₹ 10,00,00,000 divided into 10,00,000 equity shares of ₹ 100 each. The company had already issued 2,00,000 shares. The dividend paid per share for the year ended 31st March,2007 was ₹ 30 . The management decided to export its products to African countries . To meet the requirements of additional funds, the finance manager put up the following three alternate proposals before the Board of Directors:

(a) Issue 47,500 equity shares at a premium of ₹ 100 per share .

(b) Obtain a long-term loan from bank which was available at 12% per annum.

(c) Issue 9% Debentures at a discount of 5%.

After evaluating these alternatives , the company decided to issue 1,00,000,9% Debentures on 1st April,2008. The face value of each debentures was ₹ 100 . These debentures were redeemable in four installments starting from the end of third year, which were as follows:



















Year III IV V VI
Amount (₹) 10,00,000 20,00,000 30,00,000 40,00,000



Prepare 9% Debenture Account form 1st April, 2008 till all the debentures were redeemed.
1962.

From the following Receipts and Payments Account of Imran Khan club and from the given additional information , prepare Income and Expenditure Account for the year ending 31st December, 2015 and the Balance Sheet as at that date: RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT for the year ended 31st March, 2018 Dr. Cr. Receipts ₹ Payments ₹ To Balance b/d To Subscriptions To Interest on Investment 8% p.a. for full year 1,90,000 6,60,000 40,000 By Salaries By Sports Material By Balance c/d 3,30,000 4,00,000 1,60,000 ​ 8,90,000 8,90,000 Additional Information:(i) The club had received ₹ 20,000 for subscription in 2014 for 2015.(ii) Salaries had been paid onl;y for 11 months(iii) Stock of sports materials on 31st December , 2014 was ₹ 3,00,000 and on 31st December, 2015 ₹ 6,50,000​

Answer» From the following Receipts and Payments Account of Imran Khan club and from the given additional information , prepare Income and Expenditure Account for the year ending 31st December, 2015 and the Balance Sheet as at that date:






























































RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT for the year ended 31st March, 2018



Dr.





Cr.


Receipts





Payments





To Balance b/d

To Subscriptions

To Interest on Investment 8% p.a. for full year






1,90,000

6,60,000

40,000






By Salaries

By Sports Material

By Balance c/d



3,30,000

4,00,000

1,60,000











8,90,000





8,90,000













Additional Information:

(i) The club had received ₹ 20,000 for subscription in 2014 for 2015.

(ii) Salaries had been paid onl;y for 11 months

(iii) Stock of sports materials on 31st December , 2014 was ₹ 3,00,000 and on 31st December, 2015 ₹ 6,50,000


1963.

What is pedigree analysis??

Answer» What is pedigree analysis??
1964.

Which account is credited while making the redemption money due in case of payment by lump sum?

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Which account is credited while making the redemption money due in case of payment by lump sum?


1965.

Formula for calculation of goodwill according to average profits method is:

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Formula for calculation of goodwill according to average profits method is:


1966.

L, M and N were partners in a firm sharing profits in the ratio of 3 : 2 : 1. Their Balance Sheet on 31st March, 2015 was as follows: Liabilities ₹ Assets ₹ Creditors 1,68,000 Bank 34,000 General Reserve 42,000 Debtors 46,000 Capital's A/cs: L 1,20,000 Stock 2,20,000 M 80,000 Investments 60,000 N 40,000 2,40,000 Furniture 20,000 Machinery 70,000 4,50,000 4,50,000 On the above date, O was admitted as a new partner and it was decided that:(i) The new profit-sharing ratio between L, M, N and O will be 2 : 2 : 1 : 1.(ii) Goodwill of the firm was valued at ₹ 1,80,000 and O brought his share of goodwill premium in cash.(iii) The market value of investments was ₹ 36,000.(iv) Machinery will be reduced to ₹ 58,000.(v) A creditor of ₹ 6,000 was not likely to claim the amount and hence was to be written off.(vi) O will bring proportionate capital so as to give him 1/6th share in the profits of the firm.Prepare Revaluation Account, Partners' Capital Accounts and the Balance Sheet of the new firm.

Answer» L, M and N were partners in a firm sharing profits in the ratio of 3 : 2 : 1. Their Balance Sheet on 31st March, 2015 was as follows:










































































Liabilities Assets
Creditors 1,68,000 Bank 34,000
General Reserve 42,000 Debtors 46,000
Capital's A/cs: L 1,20,000 Stock 2,20,000
M 80,000 Investments 60,000
N 40,000 2,40,000 Furniture 20,000
Machinery 70,000
4,50,000 4,50,000



On the above date, O was admitted as a new partner and it was decided that:

(i) The new profit-sharing ratio between L, M, N and O will be 2 : 2 : 1 : 1.

(ii) Goodwill of the firm was valued at ₹ 1,80,000 and O brought his share of goodwill premium in cash.

(iii) The market value of investments was ₹ 36,000.

(iv) Machinery will be reduced to ₹ 58,000.

(v) A creditor of ₹ 6,000 was not likely to claim the amount and hence was to be written off.

(vi) O will bring proportionate capital so as to give him 1/6th share in the profits of the firm.

Prepare Revaluation Account, Partners' Capital Accounts and the Balance Sheet of the new firm.
1967.

If Profit before Interest and Tax is ₹5,00,000 and interest on Long-term Funds is ₹1,00,000, find Interest Coverage Ratio.

Answer» If Profit before Interest and Tax is ₹5,00,000 and interest on Long-term Funds is ₹1,00,000, find Interest Coverage Ratio.
1968.

From the following information, prepare Note to Accounts on Employees Benefit Expenses:Wages ₹ 2,70,000; Salaries ₹ 3,60,000; Staff Welfare Expenses 60,000; Printing and Stationery Expenses ₹ 20,000 and Business Promotion Expenses ₹ 50,000.

Answer» From the following information, prepare Note to Accounts on Employees Benefit Expenses:

Wages ₹ 2,70,000; Salaries ₹ 3,60,000; Staff Welfare Expenses 60,000; Printing and Stationery Expenses ₹ 20,000 and Business Promotion Expenses ₹ 50,000.
1969.

Goodwill is -

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Goodwill is -


1970.

Which of the following is debited to Partner`s capital account when capitals are fluctuating?

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Which of the following is debited to Partner`s capital account when capitals are fluctuating?


1971.

Which of the following is not an example of income for NPO?

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Which of the following is not an example of income for NPO?


1972.

Show the accounting equation on the basis of the following transaction (Rs)(a)Udit stated business with (i) Cash5,00,000 (ii) Goods1,00,000(b) Purchased building for cash2,00,000(c) Purchased goods from Himani50,000(d) Sold goods to Ashu (cost Rs 25,000)36,000(e) Paid insurance premium3,000(f) Rent outstanding5,000(g) Depreciation on building8,000(h) Cash withdrawn for personal use20,000(i)Rent received in advance5,000(j)Cash paid to Himani on account20,000(k)Cash received from Ashu30,000

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Show the accounting equation on the basis of the following transaction

(Rs)(a)Udit stated business with (i) Cash5,00,000 (ii) Goods1,00,000(b) Purchased building for cash2,00,000(c) Purchased goods from Himani50,000(d) Sold goods to Ashu (cost Rs 25,000)36,000(e) Paid insurance premium3,000(f) Rent outstanding5,000(g) Depreciation on building8,000(h) Cash withdrawn for personal use20,000(i)Rent received in advance5,000(j)Cash paid to Himani on account20,000(k)Cash received from Ashu30,000

1973.

Depreciation expenses are _________ to net profit while calculating cash flow from operating activities.

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Depreciation expenses are _________ to net profit while calculating cash flow from operating activities.


1974.

What is the amount of Interest on drawings for Ram at 10% p.a. for the Year ended 31st March 2018, if he withdrew Rs 4,000 p.m.

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What is the amount of Interest on drawings for Ram at 10% p.a. for the Year ended 31st March 2018, if he withdrew Rs 4,000 p.m.


1975.

The Current Ratio of a Company is 2 : 1. State, giving reasons which of the following transactions would (i) improve, (ii) reduce of (iii) not alter, the current ratio: (a) Repayment of a Current Liability (b) Purchasing goods on credit (c) Sale of an Office Equipment for Rs. 4,000 (Book Value Rs. 5,000) (d) Sale of goods for Rs. 11,000 (Cost Rs 10,000) (e) Redemption of Debentures.

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The Current Ratio of a Company is 2 : 1. State, giving reasons which of the following transactions would (i) improve, (ii) reduce of (iii) not alter, the current ratio:

(a) Repayment of a Current Liability

(b) Purchasing goods on credit

(c) Sale of an Office Equipment for Rs. 4,000 (Book Value Rs. 5,000)

(d) Sale of goods for Rs. 11,000 (Cost Rs 10,000)

(e) Redemption of Debentures.

1976.

From the followingReceipt and Payment Account prepare final accounts of a Unity Clubfor the year ended March 31, 2007. Additional Information: (a) The Club had 500 members each paying an annual subscription of Rs 150. (b) On 31.3.2007 salaries outstanding amounted to Rs 1,200 and salaries paid included Rs 6,000 for the year 2005−06. (c) Provide 5% depreciation on Land and Building.

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From the followingReceipt and Payment Account prepare final accounts of a Unity Clubfor the year ended March 31, 2007.
Additional Information:
(a) The Club had 500 members each paying an annual subscription of Rs 150.
(b) On 31.3.2007 salaries outstanding amounted to Rs 1,200 and salaries paid included Rs 6,000 for the year 2005−06.
(c) Provide 5% depreciation on Land and Building.

1977.

Define credit multiplier.

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Define credit multiplier.

1978.

When creditor accepts an asset whose value is more than the amount due to him, he will ______________ the excess amount

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When creditor accepts an asset whose value is more than the amount due to him, he will ______________ the excess amount


1979.

There are certain organisations which are set up for providing services to its members and the public in general. These are known as

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There are certain organisations which are set up for providing services to its members and the public in general. These are known as


1980.

From the following information given below, prepare a Comparative Statement of Profit and Loss. Particulars 31−3−2016 31−3−2017 (Rs) (Rs)Revenue from operations2,00,0003,50,000Purchase1,00,0002,00,000Cost of Revenue from Operations60% of Revenue from70% of Revenue fromOperationsOperationsSelling and Distribution Expenses10% of Cost of Revenue15% of Cost of RevenueIncome Tax45%45%

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From the following information given below, prepare a Comparative Statement of Profit and Loss.
Particulars 3132016 3132017 (Rs) (Rs)Revenue from operations2,00,0003,50,000Purchase1,00,0002,00,000Cost of Revenue from Operations60% of Revenue from70% of Revenue fromOperationsOperationsSelling and Distribution Expenses10% of Cost of Revenue15% of Cost of RevenueIncome Tax45%45%

1981.

Can a company purchase its own debentures, in the open market? Explain.

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Can a company purchase its own debentures, in the open market? Explain.

1982.

The appropriation of profits can be done, in case _____________.

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The appropriation of profits can be done, in case _____________.


1983.

Software solution India Ltd inviting application for Rs. 20,000 equity share of Rs. 100 each, payable Rs. 40 on application, Rs.30 on allotment and Rs. 30 on call. The company received applications for 32,000 shares. Application for 2,000 shares were rejected and money returned to Applicants. Applications for 10,000 shares were accepted in full and applicants for 20,000 shares allotted half of the number of share applied and excess application money adjusted into allotment. All money received due on allotment and call. Prepare journal and cash book.

Answer» Software solution India Ltd inviting application for Rs. 20,000 equity share of Rs. 100 each, payable Rs. 40 on application, Rs.30 on allotment and Rs. 30 on call. The company received applications for 32,000 shares. Application for 2,000 shares were rejected and money returned to Applicants. Applications for 10,000 shares were accepted in full and applicants for 20,000 shares allotted half of the number of share applied and excess application money adjusted into allotment. All money received due on allotment and call. Prepare journal and cash book.
1984.

List the techniques of Financial Statement Analysis.

Answer» List the techniques of Financial Statement Analysis.
1985.

Is it correct to say that the firm is liable to pay interest 6% p.a. on the balance due to retiring or deceased partners' legal heir? Why?

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Is it correct to say that the firm is liable to pay interest 6% p.a. on the balance due to retiring or deceased partners' legal heir? Why?

1986.

X, Y and Z are partners sharing profits in the ratio of 2 : 3 : 5. Goodwill is appearing in their books at a value of Rs 60,000. X retires and on the day of X's retirement Goodwill is valued at Rs 45,000. Y and Z decided to share future profits equally. Pass the necessary Journal entries.

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X, Y and Z are partners sharing profits in the ratio of 2 : 3 : 5. Goodwill is appearing in their books at a value of Rs 60,000. X retires and on the day of X's retirement Goodwill is valued at Rs 45,000. Y and Z decided to share future profits equally. Pass the necessary Journal entries.

1987.

(a) A and B are partners in a firm sharing profits in the ratio of 3 : 2. C is admitted as a partner. A and B surrender 12 of their respective share in favour of C. Find the new profit sharing ratio and also the sacrificing ratio. (b) C is to bring his share of premium for goodwill in cash. The goodwill of the firm is estimated at Rs 4,00,000. Pass necessary entries for the record of goodwill in the above case.

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(a) A and B are partners in a firm sharing profits in the ratio of 3 : 2. C is admitted as a partner. A and B surrender 12 of their respective share in favour of C. Find the new profit sharing ratio and also the sacrificing ratio.

(b) C is to bring his share of premium for goodwill in cash. The goodwill of the firm is estimated at Rs 4,00,000. Pass necessary entries for the record of goodwill in the above case.

1988.

In particular, which cash flow can uncover a company's true profitability?

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In particular, which cash flow can uncover a company's true profitability?


1989.

The 4th column in comparative balance sheet is expressed in___

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The 4th column in comparative balance sheet is expressed in___


1990.

When a partner, other than the partner filing the suit, is guilty of misconduct that may harm the partnership, this results in ______________

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When a partner, other than the partner filing the suit, is guilty of misconduct that may harm the partnership, this results in ______________


1991.

Financial ratio analysis are conducted by four groups of analysts : managers, equity investors, long term creditors and short term creditors. What is the primary emphasis of each of these groups in evaluating ratios?

Answer» Financial ratio analysis are conducted by four groups of analysts : managers, equity investors, long term creditors and short term creditors. What is the primary emphasis of each of these groups in evaluating ratios?
1992.

Rs 20,000 received as the annual membership subscription. Out of this, Rs 4,000 is pertaining to the previous accounting period whereas Rs 2,000 is receivable at the end of the current accounting period. Calculate the amount of subscription that will be shown in the income and expenditure account for this accounting.

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Rs 20,000 received as the annual membership subscription. Out of this, Rs 4,000 is pertaining to the previous accounting period whereas Rs 2,000 is receivable at the end of the current accounting period. Calculate the amount of subscription that will be shown in the income and expenditure account for this accounting.


1993.

Q12. Consider the following statements about Liquidity Crisis: 1. This refers to a situation where an individual, a business or a government is unable to gather enough cash to meet its payment obligations to lenders. 2. A liquidity crisis is similar to a solvency crisis. Which of the above statements are correct?

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Q12. Consider the following statements about Liquidity Crisis:

1. This refers to a situation where an individual, a business or a government is unable to gather enough cash to meet its payment obligations to lenders.

2. A liquidity crisis is similar to a solvency crisis.

Which of the above statements are correct?


1994.

Kay Ltd is a company manufacturing textiles. It has a share capital of Rs. 60 lakhs. In the previous year, the earning per share was Rs. 0.50. For diversification, the company requires additional capital of Rs. 40 lakhs. The company raised funds by issuing 10% debentures. During the year the company earned a profit of Rs. 8 lakhs on the capital employed. It paid tax 40%. (i) State whether the shareholders gained or lost, concerning earning per share on diversification. Show your calculations clearly. (ii) Also, state any three factors that favour the issue of debentures by the company as part of its capital structure.

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Kay Ltd is a company manufacturing textiles. It has a share capital of Rs. 60 lakhs. In the previous year, the earning per share was Rs. 0.50. For diversification, the company requires additional capital of Rs. 40 lakhs. The company raised funds by issuing 10% debentures. During the year the company earned a profit of Rs. 8 lakhs on the capital employed. It paid tax 40%.

(i) State whether the shareholders gained or lost, concerning earning per share on diversification. Show your calculations clearly.

(ii) Also, state any three factors that favour the issue of debentures by the company as part of its capital structure.

1995.

I had some money with me. I bought a painting for some price, transported it to my house and sold it for some other price. If I am calculating profit, what is my cost price?

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I had some money with me. I bought a painting for some price, transported it to my house and sold it for some other price. If I am calculating profit, what is my cost price?


1996.

Give the necessary journal entries in each of the following alternative cases : (i) Realisation expenses amounted to Rs. 500. (ii) Realisation expenses paid by the firm amounted to Rs. 500 and the partner has to bear the realisation expenses. (iii) 'A' one of the partners was to bear all the realisation expenses for which he was given a commission of 2% of net cash realised from dissolution. Cash realised from assets was Rs 25,000 and cash paid for liabilities amounted to Rs 5,000

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Give the necessary journal entries in each of the following alternative cases :

(i) Realisation expenses amounted to Rs. 500.

(ii) Realisation expenses paid by the firm amounted to Rs. 500 and the partner has to bear the realisation expenses.

(iii) 'A' one of the partners was to bear all the realisation expenses for which he was given a commission of 2% of net cash realised from dissolution. Cash realised from assets was Rs 25,000 and cash paid for liabilities amounted to Rs 5,000

1997.

An extract of Trial balance from the books of Tahiliani and Sons Enterprises on December 31, 2005 is given below Name of AccountDebit Amt. (Rs)Credit Amt. (Rs)Sundry debtors50,000Bad debts6,000Provision for doubtful debts4,000 Additonal Information: 1. Bad debts proved bad but not recorded amounted to Rs. 2,000. 2. Provision is to be maintained at 8 % of Debtors. Give necessary accounting entries for written off the bad debts and creating the provision for doubtful debts account. Also, show the necessary accounts.

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An extract of Trial balance from the books of Tahiliani and Sons Enterprises on December 31, 2005 is given below

Name of AccountDebit Amt. (Rs)Credit Amt. (Rs)Sundry debtors50,000Bad debts6,000Provision for doubtful debts4,000

Additonal Information:

1. Bad debts proved bad but not recorded amounted to Rs. 2,000.

2. Provision is to be maintained at 8 % of Debtors.

Give necessary accounting entries for written off the bad debts and creating the provision for doubtful debts account. Also, show the necessary accounts.

1998.

Return paid on debentures is ___

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Return paid on debentures is ___


1999.

The donations that can be used only for the limited purpose is called ______________

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The donations that can be used only for the limited purpose is called ______________


2000.

A company’s share capital is divided into small units known as ___

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A company’s share capital is divided into small units known as ___