Michael, Jackson and John are in partnership sharing profits and losses in the proportion of 1/2, 1/3 and 1/6 respectively
Michael, Jackson and John are in partnership sharing profits and losses in the proportion of 1/2, 1/3 and 1/6 respectively. On 31st March, 2023, they decide to dissolve the partnership and the position of the firm on this date is represented by the following Balance Sheet:
Liabilities | ₹ | Assets | ₹ |
Creditors
Loan by Michael Workmen Compensation Reserve Capital A/cs: Michael Jackson John |
40,000 10,000 21,000 60,000 40,000 10,000 |
Cash at Bank
Stock Sundry Debtors Land and Building Profit & Loss A/c Advertisement Suspense A/c |
3,000 50,000 50,000 57,000 15,000 6,000 |
1,81,000 | 1,81,000 |
During the realisation process, a liability under a suit for damages is settled at ₹ 20,000 as against ₹ 5,000 provided for in the books of the firm.
Land and Building were sold for ₹ 40,000 and the Stock and Sundry Debtors realised ₹ 30,000 and ₹ 42,000 respectively. The expenses of realisation amounted to ₹ 1,200.
There was a car in the firm, which was written off from the books. It was taken by Michael for ₹ 20,000. he also agreed to pay Outstanding Salary of ₹ 20,000 not provided in books.
Prepare Realisati 29,400; Jackson – ₹ 19,600; Cash brought in by John – ₹ 200. Total of Bank Account – ₹ 1,15,200.]