Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Accountancy

Chapter

Reconstitution of Partnership Firm: Retirement and Death

Question:
On the death of a partner, his share in the profits of the firm till the date of his death is transferred to which account?
Options:
Debit of Profit & Loss Account
Credit of Profit & Loss Account
Debit of Profit & Loss Suspense Account
Credit of Profit & Loss Suspense Account
Correct Answer:
Debit of Profit & Loss Suspense Account
Explanation:
It is not possible for any firm to close its books of accounts at any time. Thus, the amount of profit or loss so ascertained is dispensed to the deceased partner through the Profit & Loss Suspense Account.