Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Accountancy

Chapter

Issue and Redemption of Debentures

Question:

ABC Ltd took over assets of Rs 14,00,000 and liabilties of Rs 4,00,000 of TS Ltd. for the purchase consideration of Rs 12,00,000. They paid purchase consideration by the issue of 10% Debentures. How will Goodwill account be treated?

Options:

Credited by ₹2,00,000

Debited by ₹2,00,000

Credited by ₹10,00,000

Debited by ₹10,00,000

Correct Answer:

Debited by ₹2,00,000

Explanation:

Goodwill = Purchase consideration - Net Assets 
               = Purchase consideration  - (Assets-Liabilities)
              = 12,00,000- ( 14,00,000-4,00,000)
              = 12,00,000- 10,00,000
              = 2,00,000