Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Accountancy

Chapter

Accounting for Shares

Question:
Which of the following is not a capital profit for the company?
Options:
Profit prior to incorporation of the company
Profit from the sale of fixed assets
Premium on issue of shares
Compensation received on the termination of a sales contract
Correct Answer:
Compensation received on the termination of a sales contract
Explanation:
Any profit made out of such a contract or any compensation received for wrongful termination of it is a revenue income and not a capital receipt.