Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Accountancy

Chapter

Issue and Redemption of Debentures

Question:

10% debentures of ₹100, issued at ₹105 and redeemable at ₹110, what will be the loss on the issue of debentures to be debited at the time of issue?

Options:

₹5

₹10

₹15

₹25

Correct Answer:

₹10

Explanation:

Debenture Application & Allotment A/c Dr. 105
Loss on Issue of Debentures A/c Dr. (with premium on redemption) 10
         To Debentures A/c (with nominal value of debenture) 100
         To Securities Premium Reserve A/c (with premium on issue) 5
         To Premium on Redemption of (with premium on redemption) 10