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A, B and C were partners in a firm sharing profits in the ratio of 5:3:2. On March 31, 2025, the balance sheet showed capital balances of Rs. 30,000; Rs. 25,000; and Rs. 15,000 for A, B and C respectively. A died on 1st October 2025. It was agreed between his executors and the remaining partners that interest on capital be provided at 10% p.a. Calculate interest on A's capital.

Solution

✅ Correct Option: 4

Interest runs from 1 April 2025 to the date of death, 1 October 2025, that is 6 months. Interest =30,000×10%×6/12=1,500= 30,000 \times 10\% \times 6/12 = 1,500.

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