Question : At the time of dissolution of a firm, Debtors were Rs. 34000 out of which Rs. 1000 became bad and the rest realised 60%. Which account will be debited and by how much amount?
Option 1: Realisation Account by Rs. 19800
Option 2: Profit and Loss Account by Rs 500
Option 3: Cash Account by Rs. 19800
Option 4: Debtors Account by Rs. 19800
Correct Answer: Cash Account by Rs. 19800
Solution :
Answer =
Cash Account by Rs. 19800
When assets realised
Debtors | 34,000 |
(-)Bad debt | (1,000) |
33,000 |
33,000×60%=19,800
Journal entry:
Bank/Cash a/c.......Dr 19,800
To Realisation a/c 19800
Hence, the correct option is 3.