Question : A, B and C were in partnership sharing profits and losses in the ratio of 2:1:1. They decided to dissolve the partnership. On that date of dissolution, Sundry Assets (including cash Rs. 5,000 ) amounted to Rs. 88,000, assets realised Rs. 80,000 (including an unrecorded asset which realised Rs. 4,000). A contingent liability on account of bills discounted Rs. 8,000 was paid by the firm. The Capital Accounts of A, B and C showed a balance of Rs. 20,000 each.
Question:
The value of sundry liabilities are
Option 1: Rs 28,000
Option 2: Rs 24,000
Option 3: Rs 23,000
Option 4: Rs 20,000
Correct Answer: Rs 28,000
Solution : Answer = Rs 28,000
| Memorandum Balance Sheet | |||
| Capitals | S. Assets | 88,000 | |
| A | 20,000 | ||
| B | 20,000 | ||
| C | 20,000 | ||
| Creditor (b/f) | 28,000 | ||
| 88,000 | 88,000 | ||
Hence, the correct option is 1.




