Target Exam

CUET

Subject

-- Accountancy Part A

Chapter

Issue and Redemption of Debentures

Question:

Read the following information and answer the questions:

On 1st April 2013, a company made an issue of 10,000, 9% debentures of ₹100 each at ₹92 per debenture. The terms of issue provided for redemption of 2,000 debentures every year starting from 31st March 2016, either by conversion into equity shares of ₹20 each or by drawn of lot at par at companies option. On 31st March 2016 Company's redeemed 2,000, 9% debentures by converting them into equity shares of ₹20 each.

How much amount of equity shares are issued by the company on conversion?

Options:

₹1,02,000

₹92,000

₹80,000

₹1,84,000

Correct Answer:

₹1,84,000

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 4- ₹1,84,000.

No of debentures = 2,000
Face value = ₹100 each
Discount = 100- 92
              = ₹8

Total amount = 2,000 x 92
                     = ₹1,84,000