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P, Q & R were partners sharing profit in the ratio 4:3:3. W was admitted to the partnership, bringing 1,00,000 capital and Rs. 24,000 as his share of Goodwill. Choose the correct entry for retaining of Goodwill brought in by W. W's share in profit was 14\frac{1}{4}th

Solution

✅ Correct Option: 3

Since no new ratio is stated, sacrificing ratio equals old ratio 4:3:3. Goodwill premium Rs. 24,000 is distributed accordingly:

P: 24,000×410=9,60024{,}000 \times \frac{4}{10} = 9{,}600

Q: 24,000×310=7,20024{,}000 \times \frac{3}{10} = 7{,}200

R: 24,000×310=7,20024{,}000 \times \frac{3}{10} = 7{,}200

The entry is: Premium for Goodwill A/c Dr 24,000; To P 9,600, Q 7,200, R 7,200.

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