Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Accountancy

Chapter

Accounting for Shares

Question:

A company forfeited 300 shares of ₹10 each (₹9 called up) on which ₹4 of allotment and the first call of ₹2 has not been received. Out of these, 100 shares were re-issued as fully paid up for ₹9 per share. How much amount will be transferred to the share forfeiture account by the company?

Options:

₹500

₹600

₹700

₹900

Correct Answer:

₹900

Explanation:

Amount called up = 300 X 9 = ₹2700
Amount forfeited = 300 X 3 = ₹900(Received amount)