A partnership firm is dissolved. Partner A's capital is ₹1,00,000, B's is ₹80,000, and C's is ₹60,000. They share profits in 2:2:1 ratio. Using the Surplus Capital Method for piecemeal distribution, what is the sequence of partners receiving cash after their capitals are made proportionate to profit-sharing ratios? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A partnership firm is dissolved. Partner A's capital is ₹1,00,000, B's is ₹80,000, and C's is ₹60,000. They share profits in 2:2:1 ratio. Using the Surplus Capital Method for piecemeal distribution, what is the sequence of partners receiving cash after their capitals are made proportionate to profit-sharing ratios?
A. B, then A, then C
B. A, then C, then B
C. C, then B, then A
D. A, then B, then C
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
In the Surplus Capital Method, we calculate the surplus capital by comparing actual capital with proportionate capital. The partner with the highest surplus capital receives cash first. Here, A has the highest surplus, followed by B, then C.

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Question #1
A Trial Balance shows a difference of ₹5,000 debit side excess. This difference is transferred to:
A. Suspense A/c (Credit)
B. Profit & Loss A/c
C. Capital A/c
D. Suspense A/c (Debit)

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
If debit side is more, credit side is short. To balance, Suspense Account is credited. So, Suspense A/c (Credit) ₹5,000.

Question #2
In the absence of a partnership deed, interest on drawings is:
A. Not charged
B. Charged at 10% p.a.
C. Charged at bank rate
D. Charged at 6% p.a.

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
According to Partnership Act, no interest is charged on drawings unless agreed upon.

Question #3
'Substance over Form' is a concept that means:
A. Transactions should be accounted for based on their legal form
B. Legal form prevails
C. Form is more important
D. Transactions should be accounted for according to their economic reality

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Substance over form emphasizes economic substance rather than merely legal form.