Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Accountancy

Chapter

Issue and Redemption of Debentures

Question:
Y Ltd issued 50,000, 12% Debentures of Rs 10 each at a discount of 10%. As per the terms of issue, debentures are to be redeemed at the end of 5 years. How much amount of discount would be written off from the statement of P & L every year?
Options:
₹50,000
₹5,000
₹10,000
₹1,000
Correct Answer:
₹10,000
Explanation:
"Discount - Rs 1 ( 10% of Rs10)* 50000= Rs 50,000.
Amount to be written off every yer= 50,000/5=10,000"