An existing partner of a firm passed away/died during the financial year. His share in estimated trading profits for the intervening period will be transferred to :
An existing partner of a firm passed away/died during the financial year. His share in estimated trading profits for the intervening period will be transferred to :
Solution
✅ Correct Option: 1
Since final accounts are not prepared on the date of death, the deceased partner's estimated share of profit is credited to his Capital A/c and debited to Profit and Loss Suspense A/c.
Entry: Profit and Loss Suspense A/c Dr. To Deceased Partner's Capital A/c.
The Suspense A/c is later closed against the actual profit at the year end.
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