Reconstitution of Partnership Firm: Retirement and Death
Question:
A, B & C are partners sharing profits in the ratio of 2:2:1. At the end of the year, the balance sheet shows the following information- Capital accounts of partner- A ₹600000, B ₹480000 C ₹480000 General reserve= ₹440000 Workmen compensation reserve= ₹360000 Creditors= ₹240000 Land= ₹800000 Building= ₹600000 Furniture= ₹240000 Debtors= ₹400000(including ₹20000 for provision) Stock= ₹440000 Cash= ₹140000
What will be the new ratio between the remaining partners if C retires?
Options:
2:1
1:2
1:1
3:2
Correct Answer:
1:1
Explanation:
Old ratio= 2:2:1 Gaining ratio is not given so old ratio becomes new ratio is 2:2