Question : L, B and P were partners sharing profits and losses in the ratio of 4: 3: 2. P died on 1st July, 2019 on which date the capitals of L, B and P after all necessary adjustments
stood at Rs. 75,000 ; Rs. 65,000 and Rs. 45,000 respectively. L and B continued to carry
on the business for 6 months without settling the account of P. During the period of 6 months ended 31st December, 2019, a profit of Rs. 50,000 is earned by the firm
Question:
Interest on loan by the deceased partner to the firm, if it is not agreed or the Partnership Deed is silent, may be paid @6% p.a.
Option 1: True
Option 2: False
Option 3: Can't say
Option 4: None of the above
Correct Answer: True
Solution :
Answer =
True
Interest on loan= $45000 \times \frac{6}{100} \times \frac{6}{12}$= 1,350.
Hence, the correct option is 1.




