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A and B are partners, they admit C into partnership. C was asked to pay Rs 2,50,000 though his share of capital was estimated Rs 2,00,000 only. for what Rs 50,000 extra was asked from C?

Solution

✅ Correct Option: 4

When a new partner is admitted into a partnership firm, they are required to bring in two amounts:

  1. Capital contribution - their share of capital in the firm
  2. Premium for Goodwill - compensation to existing partners for sharing the firm's reputation and accumulated benefits

In this case:

C's Capital Share = Rs 2,00,000

Total Amount Paid by C = Rs 2,50,000

Extra Amount = Rs 2,50,000 - Rs 2,00,000 = Rs 50,000

The extra Rs 50,000 represents Goodwill (or premium for goodwill).


Why is goodwill charged?

When C joins the partnership, they immediately gain rights to:

  • The firm's established reputation
  • Existing profits
  • Share in accumulated reserves and assets

Since the existing partners (A and B) have built this goodwill over time, C must compensate them by paying a premium. This premium is over and above the capital contribution.

The goodwill amount is typically distributed among the existing partners in their old profit-sharing ratio as it represents their sacrifice.

Correct Option: 4 (Goodwill)

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