Question : X and Y are Partners in a Ratio of 3:2. Their capitals are Rs. 2,00,000 and Rs. 1,00,000, respectively. Interest on capital is allowed @8% p.a. The firm earned a profit of Rs. 60,000 for the year ended March 31st, 2019. Interest on capital will be
Option 1: X Rs. 16,000, Y Rs. 8,000
Option 2: X Rs. 8,000, Y Rs. 4,000
Option 3: X Rs. 14,400, Y Rs. 9,600
Option 4: No interest will be allowed.
Correct Answer: X Rs. 16,000, Y Rs. 8,000
Solution :
Answer =
X Rs 16,000, Y Rs 8,000
Interest on capital
X=2,00,000×8%=16000
Y=1,00,000×8%=8,000
Hence, the correct option is 1.