A firm's average profit is ₹1,20,000, normal rate 10%, capital employed ₹8,00,000. Goodwill by capitalisation of average profit method will be: (Capitalised value of average profit less net assets) MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A firm's average profit is ₹1,20,000, normal rate 10%, capital employed ₹8,00,000. Goodwill by capitalisation of average profit method will be: (Capitalised value of average profit less net assets)
A. ₹12,00,000
B. ₹2,00,000
C. ₹4,00,000
D. ₹8,00,000
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Capitalised value = 1,20,000 / 10% = 12,00,000. Goodwill = 12,00,000 - 8,00,000 = 4,00,000.

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Correct Answer: Option B


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