A and B share profits 3:2. They admit C with 1/5th share. C brings ₹30,000 as capital and ₹10,000 as goodwill. The total goodwill of the firm is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A and B share profits 3:2. They admit C with 1/5th share. C brings ₹30,000 as capital and ₹10,000 as goodwill. The total goodwill of the firm is:
A. ₹10,000
B. ₹2,00,000
C. ₹50,000
D. Cannot determine
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
C's share of goodwill = 1/5 = ₹10,000. So total goodwill = 10,000 × 5/1 = ₹50,000.

Discuss this Question (0)

No comments yet. Be the first to start the discussion!

Practice More Accountancy and Book Keeping Questions

Question #1
The accounting equation is based on which concept?
A. Matching Concept
B. Dual Aspect Concept
C. Business Entity Concept
D. Money Measurement Concept

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The dual aspect concept states that every transaction has two aspects, which forms the basis of the accounting equation: Assets = Liabilities + Capital.

Question #2
Non-cash vouchers are also known as:
A. Debit Vouchers
B. Payment Vouchers
C. Transfer Vouchers
D. Credit Vouchers

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Transfer vouchers (or non-cash vouchers) are used to record non-cash transactions like credit sales, credit purchases, and depreciation.

Question #3
The 'Lease Liability' under Ind AS 116 is measured at:
A. Fair value
B. Cost
C. Undiscounted sum
D. Present value of lease payments not yet paid

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Lease liability is initially measured at present value of future lease payments.