CBSE 2025, Compartment, Set 1 Solutions
CBSE Accountancy (2025)
Question Paper
63 QuestionsFrom the following, identify the incorrect statement related to 'Analysis of Financial Statements'.
Choose the correct equation with respect to capital employed from the following:
Which of the following will decrease Debt-Equity Ratio and will not change Current Ratio?
Statement I: Purchase of goodwill is classified as investing activity in case of all types of enterprises.
Statement II: Payment of interest is classified as financing activity in case of all types of enterprises.
Choose the correct option from the following:
Which of the following statements is true for 'Reserve Capital'?
On 1st April, 2023, Saya Ltd. issued 7,000, 9% debentures of ₹100 each at a premium of 10%. The total amount of interest on debentures for the year ending March, 2024 will be :
Manish Ltd. had balance in Provision for Taxation Account of ₹9,00,000 and ₹12,00,000 as on 31st March, 2023 and 2024 respectively. Provision for tax made during the year was ₹6,00,000. The amount of tax paid during the year was:
Anya and Sanya were partners in a firm sharing profits and losses in the ratio of 5: 2. They admitted Vanya as a new partner for share in the profits of the firm. She acquired share from Anya and share from Sanya. The new profit sharing ratio of Anya, Sanya and Vanya will be :
Acquisition of machinery by issue of equity shares of ₹30,00,000 will result in:
Name the major heads and sub-heads (if any) under which the following items will be shown in the Balance Sheet of a company as per Schedule III, Part I of the Companies Act, 2013: (i) Accrued Income (ii) Work-in-progress (iii) Capital Advances
What is used to build single formula with multiple results in Excel?
Identify the error which will be displayed on screen when the set of co-ordinates that a cell occupies on a worksheet is invalid.
Kamal, Vimal and Nirmal are partners in a firm sharing profits and losses in the ratio of 5:3:2. Their fixed capitals were ₹3,00,000, ₹2,00,000 and ₹1,00,000 respectively. Interest on capital was credited to them @ 10% p.a. instead of 8% p.a. The Adjustment Entry to rectify the error will be:
There are two statements, Assertion (A) and Reason (R).
Assertion (A): Under the fluctuating capital method, only one account, i.e., capital account is maintained for each partner.
Reason (R): All the adjustments such as share of profit and loss, interest on capital, drawings, interest on drawings, salary or commission to partners, etc. are recorded directly in the capital accounts of the partners.
Choose the correct alternative from the following:
Ali and Bani were partners in a firm. They admitted Chaman as a new partner with share in the profits of the firm. Chaman brought ₹5,00,000 as his share of capital. The value of assets of the firm on Chaman's admission was ₹20,00,000 and outside liabilities were ₹12,00,000. The goodwill of the firm on Chaman's admission was:
Mohit and Rohit were partners in a firm sharing profits and losses in the ratio of 3: 2. On April, 2024, they admitted Radha for share in the profits of the firm. Before Radha's admission, the Balance Sheet of Mohit and Rohit showed furniture at ₹6,30,000. On admission of Radha, it was found undervalued by 10%. The journal entry for the above adjustment on Radha's admission will be:
P and Q are partners in a firm sharing profits and losses equally. They admitted R into the partnership firm on April, 2024. It was decided to value goodwill at 2 years' purchase of super profits. The capital of the firm of P and Q was ₹5,00,000 and the normal rate of return on capital employed was 10%. During the year ended March, 2024, the profit of the firm was ₹2,10,000. The value of goodwill of the firm was :
Precious Ltd. issued 40,000 10% Debentures of ₹100 each at a premium of 5%, redeemable at a premium of 10%. 'Loss on Issue of Debenture Account' will be debited in the books of Precious Ltd. by:
Pawan Ltd. forfeited 1,000 equity shares of ₹10 per share for non-payment of first call of ₹2 per share. The final call of ₹2 per share was yet to be made. The maximum amount of discount at which these shares can be reissued will be :
The debentures which are payable on the expiry of a specified period either in lump sum or in instalments during the lifetime of the company are known as _______ debentures.
Rima, Seema and Atul were partners in a firm sharing profits and losses in the ratio of 4:3:1. With effect from April, 2024, they decided to share profits and losses in the ratio of 3:1:4. Due to change in the profit sharing ratio, Seema's gain or sacrifice will be:
Rohan, Piyush and Suman were partners in a firm sharing profits and losses in the ratio of 3:2:2. Piyush retired. The new profit sharing ratio between Rohan and Suman after Piyush's retirement was 4:3. The gaining ratio of remaining partners will be :
Ranjeet and Ranvijay started a partnership firm on 1st April, 2023. According to the partnership deed, interest on drawings was to be charged @ 10% per annum. Ranjeet withdrew a fixed amount at the end of each month. The total yearly interest on Ranjeet's drawings was ₹6,600. The amount of Ranjeet's drawings for the year ended March, 2024 was:
On the dissolution of the partnership firm of Gauri and Gaurav, Building appeared in the books at ₹21,00,000. One-third of the Building was taken by Gaurav at 20% discount and the remaining was sold at 10% profit. The value at which the Building was taken over by Gaurav was:
Mathur, Jain and Verma were partners in a firm sharing profits and losses in the ratio of 3:2:1. Jain was guaranteed that his share of profit will not be less than ₹80,000. The firm's profit for the year ended March, 2024 was ₹1,80,000. The amount of deficiency borne by Verma was:
Parachita Ltd. invited applications for issuing 80,000 equity shares of ₹100 each at par. The amount was payable as under:
On Application - ₹30 per share
On Allotment - ₹20 per share
On first and final call - Balance amount
Applications were received for 2,00,000 equity shares. Allotment was made to all applicants on pro-rata basis. The amount received at the time of allotment was:
At the time of forfeiture of shares, Share Capital Account will be debited with:
Divya and Saurabh are partners in a firm. On 1st October, 2023, Saurabh advanced a loan of ₹5,00,000 to the firm. There is no partnership deed. On March, 2024, Saurabh was entitled to get the following amount as interest on loan:
Manav and Adi were partners in a firm sharing profits and losses in the ratio of 5: 3. Roy was admitted with share in the profits of the firm. At the time of Roy's admission, Workmen's Compensation Reserve appeared in the Balance Sheet of the firm at ₹4,00,000. The claim on account of workmen's compensation was determined at ₹4,40,000. The excess amount of claim over the reserve will be debited to:
A, B and C were partners in a firm sharing profits and losses in the ratio of 3:2:1. On April, 2024, D was admitted as a partner in the firm. The new profit sharing ratio was 2:2:1:1. The sacrificed share of A was :
Pass necessary journal entries for the following transactions on the dissolution of the partnership firm of Banu, Bansal and Bimal after various assets (other than cash) and external liabilities have been transferred to Realisation Account: (i) The firm had a balance of ₹4,80,000 in General Reserve on the date of dissolution. (ii) Banu had given a loan of ₹80,000 to the firm which was fully settled at ₹78,000. (iii) Realisation expenses of ₹17,000 were paid by Bansal.
From the following information, calculate the value of goodwill of the firm: (i) On the basis of capitalisation of super profits, and (ii) On the basis of capitalisation of average profits. Average profit for the last four years: ₹20,00,000 Capital Employed: ₹25,00,000 Normal Rate of Return: 20% Net Assets of the business: ₹25,00,000
A, B and C were partners in a firm sharing profits and losses in the ratio of 2:3:1. Goodwill appeared in their books at ₹3,00,000. B retired from the firm on April, 2024. On that date, the goodwill of the firm was valued at ₹5,40,000. Pass the necessary Journal entries in the books of the firm for the treatment of goodwill on B's retirement.
Aman Ltd. took over the assets of ₹15,00,000 and liabilities of ₹17,00,000 of Kamini Ltd. for a purchase consideration of ₹30,00,000. Aman Ltd. paid 40% of the purchase consideration by cheque and the balance amount by issue of fully paid equity shares of ₹100 each at a premium of 50% in favour of Kamini Ltd. Pass necessary journal entries for the above transactions in the books of Aman Ltd.
Karan and Arjun were partners in a firm sharing profits and losses in the ratio of 3: 2. On 31st March, 2024, their Balance Sheet was as follows:
| Liabilities | Amount (₹) | Assets | Amount (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capitals: | Machinery | 4,00,000 | |
| Karan 5,00,000 | Furniture | 2,00,000 | |
| Arjun 5,00,000 | 10,00,000 | Debtors 4,00,000 Less: Prov. 50k | 3,50,000 |
| General Reserve | 1,50,000 | Stock | 1,50,000 |
| Workmen's Comp. Fund | 1,50,000 | Cash | 2,00,000 |
| Total | 13,00,000 | Total | 13,00,000 |
On 1st April, 2024, Nakul was admitted into the partnership for share in the profits of the firm on the following terms: (i) Nakul brought ₹4,00,000 as his capital and his share of goodwill premium in cash. Goodwill of the firm was valued at ₹2,00,000. (ii) Furniture was valued at ₹2,50,000. (iii) A provision for doubtful debts @ 10% is to be maintained on debtors. (iv) The liability against Workmen's Compensation Fund was estimated at ₹1,20,000. (v) After the above adjustments, the capitals of Karan and Arjun were to be adjusted taking Nakul's capital as the base. Excess or shortage in the capital accounts of Karan and Arjun was to be adjusted by opening current accounts. Prepare Revaluation Account and Partners' Capital Accounts.
Astha Ltd. took over assets of ₹20,00,000 and took over liabilities of ₹1,00,000 of Nabha Ltd. for a purchase consideration of ₹18,00,000. Astha Ltd. paid half of the amount of purchase consideration through a bank draft and the balance amount was settled by issuing 12% Debentures of ₹100 each at a discount of 10% in favour of Nabha Ltd. Pass necessary journal entries for the above transactions in the books of Astha Ltd.
Lalit, Madhur and Neel were partners in a firm sharing profits and losses in the ratio of 2:2:1. Neel retired and his capital after making the necessary adjustments on account of reserves and revaluation of assets and liabilities was ₹10,00,000. Lalit and Madhur agreed to pay Neel ₹22,00,000 in full settlement of his claim. Pass necessary journal entries for the treatment of goodwill and making final payment to Neel.
Pass necessary journal entries for the issue of 11% Debentures in the books of Arpita Ltd. in the following cases: (i) Issued 2,000, 11% Debentures of ₹100 each at a premium of 10%, redeemable at a premium of 5%. (ii) Issued 5,000, 11% Debentures of ₹100 each at a discount of 10%, redeemable at a premium of 5%.
Adayant, Shifa and Rohan were partners in a firm sharing profits and losses in the ratio of 2: 1: 2. Their Balance Sheet as at March, 2024 stood as follows:
| Liabilities | Amount (₹) | Assets | Amount (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capitals: | Building | 4,10,000 | |
| Adayant 4,00,000 | Investments | 1,32,500 | |
| Shifa 1,20,000 | Stock | 17,500 | |
| Rohan 1,80,000 | 7,00,000 | Debtors | 63,000 |
| General Reserve | 1,20,000 | Cash at Bank | 1,37,000 |
| Bills Payable | 1,40,000 | Cash at Hand | 3,20,000 |
| Creditors | 1,20,000 | ||
| Total | 10,80,000 | Total | 10,80,000 |
Shifa died on June, 2024. As per the partnership deed, the executors of Shifa were entitled to: (i) Amount standing to the credit of her capital account. (ii) Interest on capital which was ₹5,750. (iii) Her share of goodwill which was ₹42,000. (iv) Her share in the profits of the firm from the date of the last Balance Sheet up to the date of death which amounted to ₹76,250. Shifa's executors were paid half of the payable amount immediately and the balance amount was to be paid in two equal yearly instalments along with interest 8% p.a. Pass necessary journal entries for the above transactions on Shifa's death.
Read the following hypothetical situation and answer the question:
Nisha Ltd. was registered with a capital of ₹6,00,000 in shares of ₹100 each. It issued 4,000 shares. The amount was payable as follows: On Application ₹30 per share, On Allotment ₹30 per share, On First and Final Call - Balance. The issue was fully subscribed and all amounts payable on application and allotment were duly received. Amit, a shareholder, failed to pay first and final call of ₹40 per share on his 200 shares.
The amount of 'Share Capital' shown under 'Shareholders' Funds' in the Balance Sheet of Nisha Ltd. will be:
Hira Ltd. invited applications for issuing 1,00,000 equity shares of ₹10 each at 10% premium. The amount was payable as follows: On Application - ₹3 per share On Allotment - ₹3 per share (including premium) On first and final call - Balance amount
Applications were received for 1,40,000 shares and shares were allotted on a pro-rata basis to all the applicants. The excess money received on application was adjusted towards sums due on allotment. All the shareholders paid the allotment money due except one shareholder who was allotted 1,000 shares. These shares were forfeited immediately. All these shares were reissued to Shashi as ₹5 paid up for ₹4 per share. First and final call has not been made. Pass necessary journal entries in the books of Hira Ltd. Open Calls-in-Arrears Account wherever required.
Pass necessary journal entries for forfeiture and reissue of shares in the following case: Krisha Ltd. forfeited 1,000 shares of ₹10 each, fully called-up on which only ₹4,000 had been received. 500 of the forfeited shares were reissued for ₹8 per share fully paid-up.
Pass necessary journal entries for forfeiture and reissue of shares in the following case: XYZ Ltd. forfeited 20,000 shares of ₹10 each issued at a premium of ₹1 per share, for non-payment of second and final call of ₹2 per share. 70% of these shares were reissued at ₹7 per share fully paid-up.
Sia, Manav and Ajay were partners in a firm sharing profits and losses in the ratio of 2:2:1. On 31st March, 2024, their Balance Sheet was as follows:
| Liabilities | Amount (₹) | Assets | Amount (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creditors | 4,00,000 | Land and Building | 8,50,000 |
| Bank Overdraft | 3,00,000 | Machinery | 6,00,000 |
| Capitals: | Investments | 2,00,000 | |
| Sia 9,00,000 | Stock | 6,00,000 | |
| Manav 8,00,000 | Debtors | 3,00,000 | |
| Ajay 2,00,000 | 19,00,000 | Bank | 1,00,000 |
| Employee's Provident Fund | 2,00,000 | Profit and Loss Account | 1,50,000 |
| Total | 28,00,000 | Total | 28,00,000 |
On 31st March, 2024, Manav retired from the firm and the remaining partners decided to carry on the business. The assets and liabilities were revalued which resulted into a gain of ₹1,20,000 because of the increase in the value of Land and Building by the same amount. (i) 40% of Land and Building were taken by retiring partner at revalued value. (ii) Goodwill of the firm be valued at ₹4,00,000. Sia and Ajay decided to share future profits and losses in the ratio of 3: 2. (iii) The total capital of the new firm will be ₹20,00,000 which will be in proportion of the new profit sharing ratio of Sia and Ajay. For this, necessary cash was brought in or was paid off to the partners, as the case may be. Prepare Partners' Capital Accounts.
Jai and Kavi were partners in a firm sharing profits and losses equally. They agreed to dissolve the firm on 31st March, 2024. Their Balance Sheet as on 31st March, 2024 was as follows:
| Liabilities | Amount (₹) | Assets | Amount (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bills Payable | 2,00,000 | Cash in Hand | 2,00,000 |
| Loan by Kavi | 2,00,000 | Cash at Bank | 4,00,000 |
| General Reserve | 4,00,000 | Debtors 3,40,000 Less: Prov. 40k | 3,00,000 |
| Profit and Loss A/c | 4,00,000 | Land and Building | 6,00,000 |
| Loan by Mrs. Kavi | 1,50,000 | Machinery | 5,00,000 |
| Capitals: Jai 5L, Kavi 5L | 10,00,000 | Goodwill | 3,50,000 |
| Total | 23,50,000 | Total | 23,50,000 |
The following transaction took place at the time of dissolution: (i) Land and Building realised ₹4,50,000. (ii) Jai took Machinery at ₹4,50,000. (iii) Bills Payable were paid ₹1,96,000 in full settlement. (iv) Debtors realised at ₹2,70,000. (v) Firm had to pay ₹5,000 for Outstanding Salary which was not provided earlier. (vi) Realisation expenses were ₹19,000. Prepare Realisation Account.
Read the following hypothetical situation and answer the question:
Nisha Ltd. was registered with a capital of ₹6,00,000 in shares of ₹100 each. It issued 4,000 shares. The amount was payable as follows: On Application ₹30 per share, On Allotment ₹30 per share, On First and Final Call - Balance. The issue was fully subscribed and all amounts payable on application and allotment were duly received. Amit, a shareholder, failed to pay first and final call of ₹40 per share on his 200 shares.
The Authorised capital of Nisha Ltd. shown in 'Notes to Accounts' will be:
Read the following hypothetical situation and answer the question:
Nisha Ltd. was registered with a capital of ₹6,00,000 in shares of ₹100 each. It issued 4,000 shares. The amount was payable as follows: On Application ₹30 per share, On Allotment ₹30 per share, On First and Final Call - Balance. The issue was fully subscribed and all amounts payable on application and allotment were duly received. Amit, a shareholder, failed to pay first and final call of ₹40 per share on his 200 shares.
The Issued capital of Nisha Ltd. shown in 'Notes to Accounts' will be:
Read the following hypothetical situation and answer the question:
Nisha Ltd. was registered with a capital of ₹6,00,000 in shares of ₹100 each. It issued 4,000 shares. The amount was payable as follows: On Application ₹30 per share, On Allotment ₹30 per share, On First and Final Call - Balance. The issue was fully subscribed and all amounts payable on application and allotment were duly received. Amit, a shareholder, failed to pay first and final call of ₹40 per share on his 200 shares.
'Subscribed and not fully paid up capital' shown in 'Notes to Accounts' will be:
Read the following hypothetical situation and answer the question:
Nisha Ltd. was registered with a capital of ₹6,00,000 in shares of ₹100 each. It issued 4,000 shares. The amount was payable as follows: On Application ₹30 per share, On Allotment ₹30 per share, On First and Final Call - Balance. The issue was fully subscribed and all amounts payable on application and allotment were duly received. Amit, a shareholder, failed to pay first and final call of ₹40 per share on his 200 shares.
'Subscribed and fully paid capital' of Nisha Ltd. shown in 'Notes to Accounts' will be:
Read the following hypothetical situation and answer the question:
Nisha Ltd. was registered with a capital of ₹6,00,000 in shares of ₹100 each. It issued 4,000 shares. The amount was payable as follows: On Application ₹30 per share, On Allotment ₹30 per share, On First and Final Call - Balance. The issue was fully subscribed and all amounts payable on application and allotment were duly received. Amit, a shareholder, failed to pay first and final call of ₹40 per share on his 200 shares.
Calls in arrears of Nisha Ltd. will be:
From the following information, prepare a Comparative Statement of Profit and Loss for the year ended 31st March, 2023 and 2024:
| Particulars | 2023-24 (₹) | 2022-23 (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue from operations | 50,00,000 | 40,00,000 |
| Employee benefit expenses | 7,50,000 | 5,00,000 |
| Other expenses | 27,50,000 | 20,00,000 |
| Tax Rate | 50% | 50% |
Calculate Current Assets and Quick Assets of a company from the following information: Quick Ratio = 0.70 : 1 Inventory Turnover Ratio = 5 times Inventory at the end was ₹20,000 more than inventory in the beginning. Gross Profit = ₹75,000 Current Liabilities = ₹80,000 Revenue from Operations = ₹4,00,000
Calculate 'Return on Investment' from the following information: Net profit after interest and tax = ₹6,00,000 10% Debentures = ₹20,00,000 Capital employed = ₹50,00,000 Tax rate = 40%
Calculate Cash Flows from Operating and Investing Activities on the basis of the information given in the Balance Sheet of Pari Ltd. as at March, 2024.
| Particulars | Note No. | 31.03.2024 (₹) | 31.03.2023 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| I - Equity and Liabilities: | |||
| 1. Shareholders' Funds | |||
| (a) Share Capital | 10,00,000 | 5,00,000 | |
| (b) Reserves and Surplus | 1 | 5,00,000 | 3,00,000 |
| 2. Non-Current Liabilities | |||
| Long-term Borrowings (10% Debentures) | 2 | 4,00,000 | 4,00,000 |
| 3. Current Liabilities | |||
| (a) Short-term Borrowings (Bank OD) | 3 | 1,00,000 | 1,00,000 |
| (b) Short-term Provisions (Tax Prov) | 4 | 1,00,000 | 50,000 |
| Total | 20,00,000 | 13,50,000 | |
| II - Assets: | |||
| 1. Non-Current Assets | |||
| (a) Property, Plant and Equipment | 7,00,000 | 3,00,000 | |
| (b) Non-Current Investments | 4,00,000 | 1,00,000 | |
| 2. Current Assets | |||
| (a) Inventories | 2,00,000 | 2,50,000 | |
| (b) Trade Receivables | 3,00,000 | 4,00,000 | |
| (c) Cash and Cash Equivalents | 4,00,000 | 3,00,000 | |
| Total | 20,00,000 | 13,50,000 |
Notes to Accounts:
- Reserves and Surplus: General Reserve (2.0L vs 1.5L); Surplus i.e. Balance in P&L (3.0L vs 1.5L).
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How many categories of function are available in Excel 2007?
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What is the result for the following function based on the data provided?
| A | B | |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 4.23 | Mango |
| 3 | 4.62 | Orange |
| 4 | 5.86 | Banana |
| 5 | 7.94 | Pear |
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80
Time
3 Hrs
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