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Arrange the following steps in the correct sequence when hidden goodwill is adjusted through capital accounts in case of admission of a partner:

(A) Compare capital required with actual capital.

(B) Calculate firm's total capital on the basis of new partner's share.

(C) Compute actual capital of the firm including new partner's capital.

(D) Determine new profit sharing ratio.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below.

Solution

✅ Correct Option: 1

First the new profit sharing ratio is fixed so that the new partner's share is known (D). His capital is then used to work out the implied total capital of the firm (B). Next the actual combined capital of all partners is computed (C). The difference between the implied and actual capital is hidden goodwill (A). Sequence: (D), (B), (C), (A).

2022: 16 July Shift 2

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