Partners A and B have capital amounts of ₹60,000 and ₹80,000 respectively and share profit in the ratio 3:2. The goodwill of the firm is to be taken as 10 % of the average profit of the last four years, whose profits were ₹70,000, ₹80,000, ₹90,000 and ₹100,000. A new partner C wishes to join with a capital of ₹50,000. Goodwill is to be shared between A and B in their existing profit‑sharing ratio and C will not pay cash for goodwill; instead, the existing partners will adjust the goodwill share in their capital accounts. Determine the amount of goodwill that C must pay on admission.
Answer
₹0
The correct answer is ₹0 — 4. Conclude that C pays ₹0 for goodwill.
Step-by-step solution
- 1. Calculate the average profit: (70,000 + 80,000 + 90,000 + 100,000) ÷ 4 = 87,500.
- 2. Compute goodwill: 10 % of 87,500 = ₹8,750.
- 3. Since goodwill is shared only between A and B, C does not pay any amount for goodwill.
- 4. Conclude that C pays ₹0 for goodwill.
Common mistake: Assuming new partner pays for goodwill when goodwill is shared by existing partners
Concept tested: Goodwill valuation and admission
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