A company issued 40,000 preference shares of ₹100 per share at par payable as under: On Application: 20% On Allotment: 40% On First & Final Call: Balance Applications were received for 50000 shares. The allotment was made on a pro-rata basis. How much amount will be received in cash on the allotment?
Options:
₹1000000
₹1400000
₹1500000
₹2000000
Correct Answer:
₹1400000
Explanation:
Amount due on allotment= 40000 X 40 = ₹1600000 Excess application money adjusted= 10000 X 20= ₹200000 Amount received on allotment = 1600000 - 200000 = ₹1400000