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Standard XII

Accountancy

Providing Interest on Capital

X & Y share p...

Question

X & Y share profits in the ratio of 2:3 with capitals of Rs 20,000 & Rs 10,000 respectively. What shall be the amount of interest on capital for Mr. X, if profits of the year are Rs 2,100 & partnership deed provides for interest on capital @ 6% p.a..

Rs 1200

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Zero

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Solution

The correct option is A
Rs 1200

Interest on capital = Rs 20,000 * 6% = Rs 1,200.

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