Question : J, M and R are sharing profits and losses equally. R retires and the goodwill is appearing in the books at Rs. 30,000. Goodwill of the firm is valued at Rs. 1,50,000. Calculate the net amount to be credited to R's Capital A/c.
Option 1: Rs 60,000
Option 2: Rs 50,000
Option 3: Rs 40,000
Option 4: Rs 10,000
Correct Answer: Rs 50,000
Solution :
Answer =
Rs 50,000
Total goodwill= 1,50,000
R's Share= $1,50,000 \times \frac{1}{3}=50,000$
Hence, the correct option is 2.