Question : A, B and C were partners sharing profits in the ratio of 1: 2: 2. B died on 30th June 2020 and the profit for the accounting year ended 31st March 2020 was Rs. 36,000. If the profit share of a deceased partner is to be calculated based on previous year's profit, the amount of profit credited to B's Capital Account will be
Option 1: Rs 3,000
Option 2: Rs 2,400
Option 3: Rs 3,600
Option 4: Rs 2,800
Correct Answer: Rs 3,600
Solution :
Answer =
Rs 3,600
Profit= $36000 \times \frac{2}{5} \times \frac{3}{12}$= 1800 × 2= 3600.
Hence, the correct option is 3.