Question : X, Y and Z are partners in a firm sharing profits and losses in the ratio of 4 : 3: 1. As per the terms of Partnership deed on the death of any partner, Goodwill of deceased
Partner was to be valued at 50% of the net profits credited to that Partner’s Capital A/c during the last three completed years before her death. Books are closed on 31st December each year. X died on 29th February 2016. The profits for the last five years were :
2011 — Rs.60,000, 2012 — Rs.97,000, 2013 — Rs.1,05,000, 2014 — Rs.30,000 and 2015 —Rs.84,000
On the date of X’s death, Building was found under valued by Rs.80,000, which was to be considered. The new profit sharing ratio between Y and Z will be equal.
Q.If X’s share of goodwill adjusted, Y ‘s capital account will be -------
Option 1: Debited by Rs 13,687
Option 2: Debited by Rs 41,062
Option 3: Credited by 13,687
Option 4: Credited by 41,062
Correct Answer: Debited by Rs 13,687
Solution : Answer = Debited by Rs 13,687
Total Profit of Last 3 years = 2,19000
X's Share of Profit = 2,19000 × 4/8
= 109500
X's Share of Goodwill = 109500 × 50 % = 54750
G. Ratio = NR - OR
Y = 1/2 - 3/8 = 4.3/8 = 1/8
Z = 1/2 - 1/8 = 4-1/8 = 3/8
G. Ratio = 1:3
Y's Capital A/C Dr 13687
Z's Capital A/C Dr 41063
To X's Capital A/C 54750
(G. Ratio = 1:3)
Hence, the correct option is 1.




