Question : A Profit and Loss Appropriation Account is prepared to
Option 1: Distribute the profit and loss for the year among the partners.
Option 2: Settle the dispute among the partners.
Option 3: Determine the profit remaining for distribution for the year after appropriation.
Option 4: Distribute the profit for the year among the partners.
Correct Answer: Distribute the profit and loss for the year among the partners.
Solution :
Answer =
Distribute the profit and loss for the year among the partners
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At first, net profit is calculated by the profit and loss account and is brought down to profit and loss appropriation. After adjusting various claims of partners, the balance is distributed among the partners in the profit-sharing ratio.
Hence, the correct option is 1.