Partners X and Y have capital amounts of ₹80,000 and ₹120,000 respectively and share profit in the ratio 2:3. The partnership revalues its building, increasing its value by ₹60,000. The revaluation surplus is to be shared in the old profit‑sharing ratio. After revaluation, partner Z joins with a capital of ₹40,000 and will receive interest at 5 % per annum for 3 months before admission. After admission the profit‑sharing ratio becomes X : Y : Z = 4 : 2 : 1. The firm makes a profit of ₹200,000 during the year of admission. Which of the following is the correct amount credited to X as revaluation surplus?
Answer
₹24,000
The correct answer is ₹24,000 — 4. Conclude that X is credited ₹24,000.
Step-by-step solution
- 1. Identify the revaluation surplus: ₹60,000.
- 2. Use the old profit‑sharing ratio 2:3.
- 3. Calculate X’s share: ₹60,000 × 2/(2+3) = ₹24,000.
- 4. Conclude that X is credited ₹24,000.
Common mistake: Mis‑applying the profit‑sharing ratio to the surplus
Concept tested: Revaluation surplus distribution
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