Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Accountancy

Chapter

Issue and Redemption of Debentures

Question:

How many debentures are issued by the company if the purchase consideration is ₹1,98,000 & Face value of the debenture is ₹100 which is issued at 10% discount?

Options:

2,000

2,200

2,100

2,150

Correct Answer:

2,200

Explanation:

The correct answer is option 2- 2,200.

Face value of debenture = ₹100
Less: Discount 10% = ₹10
Value at which debenture issued = 100-10
                                                    = ₹90
Number of debentures issued in case of 10% discount = Purchase consideration/ issue Value of debenture
                                                                                       = 1,98,000/90
                                                                                       = 2,200 debentures