Question 1 · 1 mark · Difficulty 2/3
Lena and Maria are partners using the fixed capital method. On 1 January 2024, Lena's current account had a credit balance of $2,400. During the year, Lena's share of profit was $18,000, her drawings were $15,000, and interest on capital was $3,000. What is the balance on Lena's current account at 31 December 2024?
- $8,400 credit
- $8,400 debit
- $3,400 credit
- $5,400 credit
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✓ Answer: A — $8,400 credit
Award 1 mark for correct calculation. Opening balance $2,400 Cr + Share of profit $18,000 + Interest on capital $3,000 − Drawings $15,000 = $8,400 Cr. C is incorrect — omits interest on capital. D is incorrect — calculation error. B is incorrect — treats credits as debits.
Question 2 · 1 mark · Difficulty 2/3
Hassan and Irene are partners with capital balances of $50,000 and $30,000 respectively. They share profits and losses in the ratio 2:1. The partnership agreement allows interest on capital at 8% per annum. The net profit for the year was $15,000. What is the residual profit to be shared between the partners?
- $8,600
- $9,600
- $15,000
- $21,400
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✓ Answer: A — $8,600
Award 1 mark for correct calculation. Interest on capital: Hassan = $50,000 × 8% = $4,000; Irene = $30,000 × 8% = $2,400. Total interest = $6,400. Residual profit = $15,000 − $6,400 = $8,600. B is incorrect — calculation error. C is incorrect — does not deduct interest on capital. D is incorrect — adds interest to profit instead of deducting.