Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Accountancy

Chapter

Accounting for Partnership

Question:

When the total amount withdrawn is given, but the dates of withdrawals are not specified, what assumption is made regarding the timing of the withdrawals?

Options:

The amount was withdrawn primarily during the second half of the year

The amount was withdrawn primarily during the first half of the year

The amount was withdrawn evenly throughout the year

The amount was withdrawn at irregular intervals throughout the year.

Correct Answer:

The amount was withdrawn evenly throughout the year

Explanation:

When the dates of withdrawals are not specified, and only the total amount withdrawn is given, it is assumed that the withdrawals were made evenly throughout the year and the average period is taken 6 months for calculating interest on drawings.