Question : At what rate of interest on the balance amount is claimed by retiring partners or legal representative of deceased partners if / she not to claim profit share in subsequent profits of the firm?
Option 1: 6% pa
Option 2: 6%
Option 3: 6.5% pa
Option 4: 6.5%
Correct Answer: 6% pa
Solution : Answer (1) 6% pa.
If a retiring partner or the legal representative of a deceased partner chooses not to claim profit share in subsequent profits of the firm, they are entitled to receive interest on the balance amount at the rate of 6% per annum. This is a standard provision in partnership agreements to ensure fair compensation for their share.
Hence, the correct option is 1.