Net loss of the firm as per profit and loss account for the year ending March 31, 2024 amounted to Rs. 75,000. Yaduvanshi, Madhulika and Vidushi are partners, sharing profits and losses in the ratio of 2:2:1. Their fixed capitals on April 01, 2019 were: Yaduvanshi Rs. 5,00,000, Madhulika Rs. 4,00,000 and Vidushi Rs. 3,50,000. On the basis of the above information, pass the necessary journal entry
Net loss of the firm as per profit and loss account for the year ending March 31, 2024 amounted to Rs. 75,000. Yaduvanshi, Madhulika and Vidushi are partners, sharing profits and losses in the ratio of 2:2:1. Their fixed capitals on April 01, 2019 were: Yaduvanshi Rs. 5,00,000, Madhulika Rs. 4,00,000 and Vidushi Rs. 3,50,000. On the basis of the above information, pass the necessary journal entry
Solution
✅ Correct Option: 2
Loss Distribution
Ratio = 2 : 2 : 1 (total 5 parts), Net Loss = Rs. 75,000
| Partner | Calculation | Share of Loss |
|---|---|---|
| Yaduvanshi | 2/5 × 75,000 | Rs. 30,000 |
| Madhulika | 2/5 × 75,000 | Rs. 30,000 |
| Vidushi | 1/5 × 75,000 | Rs. 15,000 |
Journal Entry
(Fixed Capital Method — loss transferred to Current Accounts)
| Particulars | Dr. (Rs.) | Cr. (Rs.) |
|---|---|---|
| Yaduvanshi's Current A/c Dr. | 30,000 | — |
| Madhulika's Current A/c Dr. | 30,000 | — |
| Vidushi's Current A/c Dr. | 15,000 | — |
| To Profit & Loss A/c | — | 75,000 |
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