p.5
Settlement of Accounts and Claims
What happens when a partner is unable to contribute towards the deficiency of their capital account?
They are considered insolvent, and the unrecoverable amount is treated as a capital loss for the firm.
p.4
Settlement of Accounts and Claims
What is the first application of the firm's assets during dissolution?
To pay the debts of the firm to third parties.
p.16
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What is the journal entry for the sale of assets and recovery of bad debts?
Bank A/c Dr. 1,57,825 To Realisation A/c 1,57,825.
p.26
Settlement of Accounts and Claims
What is the Realisation (loss) amount for Anju, Manju, and Sanju?
Anju: Rs. 21,360, Manju: Rs. 7,120, Sanju: Rs. 7,120.
p.6
Settlement of Accounts and Claims
How are unrecorded assets taken over by a partner shown in the accounts?
Credit of Realisation Account.
p.6
Settlement of Accounts and Claims
Where are unrecorded liabilities paid shown in the accounts?
Debit of Realisation Account.
p.2
Dissolution of Partnership vs. Dissolution of Firm
What are some reasons for the dissolution of a partnership firm?
Retirement of a partner, death of a partner, insolvency of a partner, completion of the venture, and expiry of the partnership period.
p.10
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What entry is made when a creditor accepts an asset as part payment?
Realisation A/c Dr. To Bank A/c for the cash payment.
p.18
Settlement of Accounts and Claims
What happens when a creditor accepts an asset worth more than the amount due?
The excess amount will be credited to the Realisation Account.
p.5
Settlement of Accounts and Claims
According to the Garner vs. Murray case, how is a capital loss borne by solvent partners?
It is borne in the ratio of their capitals as on the date of dissolution.
p.22
Settlement of Accounts and Claims
How much less were the debtors recovered during the dissolution?
5% less than the recorded amount.
p.9
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What is the journal entry for the transfer of liabilities to the Realisation Account?
Liabilities (individually) Dr. To Realisation A/c.
p.6
Settlement of Accounts and Claims
To where are accumulated profits and reserves transferred during dissolution?
Partners’ Capital Accounts.
p.5
Realisation Account Preparation
What types of assets are transferred to the Realisation Account?
All assets except cash in hand, bank balance, and fictitious assets.
p.22
Dissolution of Partnership vs. Dissolution of Firm
What was the reason for dissolving the partnership firm?
The partners decided to dissolve the firm.
p.17
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What happens to a Partner’s Capital Account if a partner takes over an asset?
The Partner’s Capital Account is debited.
p.18
Settlement of Accounts and Claims
If a firm agrees to pay a partner a fixed amount for realisation work, where is this amount debited?
It is debited to the Realisation Account.
p.17
Realisation Account Preparation
What type of liabilities are transferred to the Credit side of the Realisation Account?
All external liabilities.
p.10
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What is the journal entry for a liability that a partner takes responsibility to discharge?
Realisation A/c Dr. To Partner’s Capital A/c.
p.4
Settlement of Accounts and Claims
How should the assets be applied after paying the firm's debts?
To pay each partner proportionately for advances, then for capital, and finally divide any residue among partners in their profit sharing ratio.
p.8
Settlement of Accounts and Claims
What were the final amounts paid to Supriya and Monika?
42,355 to Supriya and 18,070 to Monika.
p.5
Realisation Account Preparation
What is the balance in the Realisation Account termed as?
Profit or loss on realisation.
p.8
Roles of Partners in Dissolution Process
What is the significance of the General Reserve Account in the dissolution process?
To transfer profit in realisation to partners' capital accounts.
p.14
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What is the entry for dissolution expenses paid by the firm?
Realisation A/c Dr. 6,500 To Cash / Bank A/c 6,500.
p.24
Realisation Account Preparation
What are the total assets listed in the Realisation Account?
Stock, Furniture, Debtors, Plant and Machinery.
p.10
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What is the entry when a partner pays realisation expenses on behalf of the firm?
Realisation A/c Dr. To Partner’s Capital A/c.
p.4
Settlement of Accounts and Claims
What is the order of applying the property of the firm and private property of partners when both debts exist?
Firm's property is applied first to firm debts, then surplus is divided among partners for private liabilities; private property is applied first to private debts.
p.17
Realisation Account Preparation
What is transferred to the Debit side of the Realisation Account?
All assets (except cash/bank and fictitious assets).
p.8
Realisation Account Preparation
What is the purpose of the Realisation Account in the dissolution of a partnership firm?
To record the realization of assets and settlement of liabilities.
p.19
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What is the journal entry for the closure of asset accounts during the dissolution of a partnership firm?
Debit all asset accounts and credit the Realisation Account.
p.4
Settlement of Accounts and Claims
What is the precedence of secured loans over unsecured loans during dissolution?
Secured loans have precedence over unsecured loans.
p.11
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What is the journal entry for the settlement of any unrecorded liability?
Realisation A/c Dr. To Bank A/c.
p.3
Dissolution of Partnership vs. Dissolution of Firm
What is one reason for the dissolution of a partnership?
When a partner is guilty of misconduct likely to adversely affect the business.
p.1
Reconstitution of Partnership Firm
What triggers the reconstitution of a partnership firm?
Admission, retirement, or death of a partner.
p.3
Distinction between Dissolution of Partnership and Dissolution of Firm
What happens to the business during the dissolution of a partnership?
The business is not terminated.
p.24
Settlement of Accounts and Claims
What is the profit transferred to Sonu's and Ashu's capital accounts?
Rs. 900 to Sonu and Rs. 300 to Ashu.
p.9
Accounting Treatment during Dissolution
What is the purpose of the Realisation Account in partnership accounts?
To transfer assets and liabilities during the dissolution of a partnership.
p.24
Realisation Account Preparation
What is the purpose of the Realisation Account in the dissolution of a partnership firm?
To record the assets and liabilities during the dissolution process.
p.9
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
How are sundry debtors treated in the Realisation Account?
Transferred at gross value, with the provision for doubtful debts credited to the Realisation Account.
p.16
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What entry is made when Nayana takes over half of the stock at a discount?
Nayana’s Current A/c Dr. 15,750 To Realisation A/c 15,750.
p.4
Settlement of Accounts and Claims
What should be done if the firm's assets are insufficient to cover its liabilities?
Partners must contribute from their net private assets.
p.6
Accounting Treatment during Dissolution
How are partner’s capital accounts closed on dissolution of the firm?
Through Realisation Account.
p.9
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What entry is made when a partner takes over an asset?
Partner’s Capital A/c Dr. To Realisation A/c.
p.15
Roles of Partners in Dissolution Process
How much stock did Nayana take over during the dissolution?
50% of the stock at 10% less than its book value.
p.4
Settlement of Accounts and Claims
What happens to a firm upon dissolution?
The firm ceases to conduct business and must settle its accounts.
p.4
Settlement of Accounts and Claims
How are losses treated during the dissolution of a partnership?
Losses are paid first out of profits, then out of partners' capital, and lastly by partners individually in their profit sharing ratio.
p.9
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
How are asset accounts closed in the Realisation Account?
By transferring them to the debit of Realisation Account at their book values, excluding cash and bank.
p.5
Realisation Account Preparation
What does the Realisation Account record?
The sale of assets, payment of liabilities, and realisation expenses.
p.19
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What is the journal entry for the closure of liability accounts during the dissolution of a partnership firm?
Debit the Realisation Account and credit all liability accounts.
p.5
Accounting Treatment during Dissolution
How is the profit or loss on realisation transferred?
It is transferred to partners’ capital accounts in their profit sharing ratio.
p.2
Dissolution of Partnership vs. Dissolution of Firm
Can a partnership firm be dissolved without court intervention?
Yes, it can be dissolved without court intervention or by court order.
p.16
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
How is the realisation profit transferred to partners' current accounts?
Realisation A/c Dr. 15,575 To Nayana’s Current A/c 5,788 To Arushi’s Current A/c 5,787.
p.19
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What is the journal entry for the settlement of a creditor by transferring fixed assets?
Debit the Creditor's Account and credit the relevant Asset Account.
p.11
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What is the journal entry for a loss on realisation?
Partners’ Capital A/c (individually) Dr. To Realisation A/c.
p.19
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What is the journal entry for expenses of realisation paid by a partner on behalf of the firm?
Debit the Realisation Account and credit the Partner's Capital Account.
p.17
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What happens to a Partner’s Capital Account if a liability is assumed by that partner?
The Partner’s Capital Account is credited.
p.10
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What happens when a creditor accepts an asset worth more than the due amount?
Bank A/c Dr. To Realisation A/c for the difference.
p.10
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What is the journal entry for payment of realisation expenses incurred by the firm?
Realisation A/c Dr. To Bank A/c.
p.15
Settlement of Accounts and Claims
What is the total capital of Nayana and Arushi as of March 31, 2017?
Rs. 1,50,000 (Nayana: Rs. 1,00,000 + Arushi: Rs. 50,000).
p.11
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
How is profit on realisation transferred to partners' capital accounts?
Realisation A/c Dr. To Partners’ Capital A/c (individually).
p.16
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What is the entry for transferring the Workman Compensation Reserve to partners' current accounts?
Workman Compensation Reserve A/c Dr. 15,000 To Nayana’s Current A/c 7,500 To Arushi’s Current A/c 7,500.
p.4
Settlement of Accounts and Claims
What does the private property of a partner exclude?
The personal properties of the partner's wife and children.
p.10
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What is the journal entry for the realisation of unrecorded assets including goodwill?
Bank A/c Dr. To Realisation A/c.
p.16
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What is the final entry for paying the amounts due to partners?
Nayana’s Capital A/c Dr. 87,538 Arushi’s Capital A/c Dr. 73,287 To Bank A/c 1,60,825.
p.11
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What is the journal entry for the payment of loans due to partners?
Partner’s Loan A/c Dr. To Bank A/c.
p.18
Settlement of Accounts and Claims
Where is the fixed amount for realisation work credited?
It is credited to the Capital Account.
p.14
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What is the entry for Anubha's remuneration?
Realisation A/c Dr. 12,000 To Anubha's Capital A/c 12,000.
p.5
Accounting Treatment during Dissolution
What is the accounting treatment when a firm is dissolved?
The books of account are closed, and profit or loss from realisation is computed.
p.19
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What is the journal entry when a partner discharges the liability of the firm?
Debit the Liability Account and credit the Partner's Capital Account.
p.22
Settlement of Accounts and Claims
What was the total amount of the bank loan paid by Bhawan?
Rs. 60,000 plus one year interest at 6%.
p.1
Settlement of Accounts and Claims
What are the activities involved in winding up a dissolved partnership firm?
Selling the firm's assets, paying liabilities, and discharging claims of the partners.
p.11
Settlement of Accounts and Claims
What must the aggregate amount payable to partners equal?
The amount available in bank and cash accounts.
p.14
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What is the entry for remuneration given to Vibha?
Realisation A/c Dr. 12,000 To Vibha's Capital A/c 12,000.
p.19
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What is the journal entry for the sale of assets during the dissolution of a partnership firm?
Debit the Bank Account and credit the Realisation Account.
p.9
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What is the journal entry for the sale of assets?
Bank A/c Dr. To Realisation A/c.
p.2
Dissolution of Partnership vs. Dissolution of Firm
What happens to the partnership when a firm is dissolved?
Dissolution of the firm necessarily brings in dissolution of the partnership.
p.3
Distinction between Dissolution of Partnership and Dissolution of Firm
What is done with assets and liabilities during the dissolution of a firm?
Assets are sold and liabilities are paid off.
p.14
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What is the entry for remuneration payable to Anubha?
Realisation A/c Dr. 8,500 To Anubha's Capital A/c 8,500.
p.11
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
How are accumulated profits transferred to partners' capital accounts?
General Reserve A/c Dr. To Partners’ Capital A/c (individually).
p.19
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What is the journal entry for the payment of a partner's loan during dissolution?
Debit the Partner's Loan Account and credit the Bank Account.
p.3
Distinction between Dissolution of Partnership and Dissolution of Firm
Is the closure of books required during the dissolution of a partnership?
No, because the business is not terminated.
p.7
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What is the journal entry for transferring liabilities to the Realisation Account?
Debit Sundry Creditors A/c Rs. 48,000; Debit Provision for Doubtful Debts A/c Rs. 500; Credit Realisation A/c Rs. 48,500.
p.2
Dissolution of Partnership vs. Dissolution of Firm
Under what circumstances can a court order the dissolution of a partnership firm?
When a partner becomes insane or permanently incapable of performing their duties.
p.1
Dissolution of Partnership vs. Dissolution of Firm
What is the meaning of dissolution of a partnership firm?
It refers to the end of the partnership relationship among all partners.
p.1
Reconstitution of Partnership Firm
What happens to the existing partnership when a partner is admitted, retires, or dies?
The existing partnership is dissolved, but the firm may continue under the same name if the partners decide.
p.18
Settlement of Accounts and Claims
Is a partner's loan transferred in the Realisation Account?
No, it is not transferred.
p.16
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What entry is made for transferring Arushi's current account balance to her capital account?
Arushi Current A/c Dr. 23,287 To Arushi’s Capital A/c 23,287.
p.1
Modes of Dissolution of Partnership
What changes can lead to the dissolution of a partnership?
Change in existing profit-sharing ratio among partners or admission of a new partner.
p.15
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What is the journal entry for transferring assets to the Realisation Account?
Debit Realisation A/c Rs. 1,60,000; Credit Debtors, Stock, Furniture, and Machinery.
p.10
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What is the entry for agreed remuneration to a partner undertaking dissolution work?
Realisation A/c Dr. To Partner’s Capital A/c.
p.9
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
How is the payment of liabilities recorded in the Realisation Account?
Realisation A/c Dr. To Bank A/c, with the same value as the amount assets are taken over.
p.2
Modes of Dissolution of Partnership
What constitutes compulsory dissolution of a firm?
Insolvency of all partners, illegality of the business, or events making it unlawful to continue the partnership.
p.16
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What is the journal entry for transferring Nayana's current account balance to her capital account?
Nayana Capital A/c Dr. 12,462 To Nayana’s Current A/c 12,462.
p.2
Modes of Dissolution of Partnership
What are some contingencies that can lead to the dissolution of a firm?
Expiry of a fixed term, completion of ventures, death of a partner, or adjudication of a partner as insolvent.
p.16
Realisation Account Preparation
What are the total assets and liabilities recorded in the Realisation Account?
Total assets: 1,98,575; Total liabilities: 1,98,575.
p.2
Modes of Dissolution of Partnership
What is one way a firm can be dissolved by agreement?
With the consent of all partners or in accordance with a contract between them.
p.3
Distinction between Dissolution of Partnership and Dissolution of Firm
Does the court intervene in the dissolution of a partnership?
No, because it is dissolved by mutual agreement.
p.24
Accounting Treatment during Dissolution
What is the significance of the Bank Account in the dissolution process?
To record cash transactions related to the dissolution.
p.26
Settlement of Accounts and Claims
What was the total amount of assets realized from the investments?
Rs. 1,00,000 (given to creditors) + Rs. 45,000 (taken over by Vinit).
p.11
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What entry is made when a partner brings in cash for a debit balance in their capital account?
Bank A/c Dr. To Partner’s Capital A/c.
p.14
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What is the entry for dissolution expenses paid by Anubha on behalf of the firm?
Realisation A/c Dr. 1,600 To Anubha's Capital A/c 1,600.
p.7
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What is the journal entry for the realization of assets?
Debit Bank A/c Rs. 69,425; Credit Realisation A/c Rs. 69,425.
p.11
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
How is the balance paid to partners whose capital accounts show a credit balance?
Partners’ Capitals A/cs (individually) Dr. To Bank A/c.
p.11
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What is the entry for the settlement of a loan by a firm to a partner?
Bank A/c Dr. To Loan to Partners A/c.
p.2
Modes of Dissolution of Partnership
How can a partnership at will be dissolved?
If any partner gives written notice to the others signifying their intention to dissolve the firm.
p.18
Settlement of Accounts and Claims
To which accounts are partner's current accounts transferred?
To the respective Partners' Capital Accounts.
p.3
Distinction between Dissolution of Partnership and Dissolution of Firm
What happens to the economic relationship between partners during the dissolution of a partnership?
It continues, though in a changed form.
p.7
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What is the journal entry for transferring assets to the Realisation Account?
Debit Realisation A/c Rs. 65,500; Credit Stock A/c Rs. 7,500, Sundry Debtors A/c Rs. 21,500, Fixed Assets A/c Rs. 36,500.
p.13
Roles of Partners in Dissolution Process
How much did Shobha agree to bear in dissolution expenses in case (d)?
Actual expenses paid by her amounted to Rs. 11,800.
p.1
Dissolution of Partnership vs. Dissolution of Firm
What is the key difference recognized by the Partnership Act regarding dissolution?
The difference between the breaking of relationships among all partners versus some partners.
p.1
Dissolution of Partnership vs. Dissolution of Firm
What occurs after the dissolution of a partnership firm?
The existence of the firm ends, and no business is transacted except for activities related to closing the firm.
p.22
Settlement of Accounts and Claims
What was the book value of the investments taken over by Bhawan?
90% of the book value less Rs. 900 discount.
p.11
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What is the entry for transferring fictitious assets to partners' capital accounts?
Partners’ Capital A/c (individually) Dr. To Fictitious Asset A/c.
p.19
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What is the journal entry for the settlement of capital accounts during dissolution?
Debit the Partner's Capital Accounts and credit the Bank Account.
p.15
Journal Entries for Dissolution Transactions
What is the journal entry for transferring liabilities to the Realisation Account?
Debit Creditors A/c Rs. 20,000; Debit Bank overdraft A/c Rs. 5,000; Credit Realisation A/c Rs. 25,000.
p.1
Dissolution of Partnership vs. Dissolution of Firm
What is one of the learning objectives related to dissolution of partnership?
Differentiate between dissolution of partnership and dissolution of a partnership firm.
p.1
Dissolution of Partnership Firm
According to Section 39 of the Partnership Act 1932, what is the dissolution of the firm?
A) The dissolution of partnership between all the partners of a firm, resulting in the end of the existence of the firm.
Explanation: Section 39 of the Partnership Act 1932 defines the dissolution of the firm as the dissolution of partnership between all the partners of a firm, leading to the end of the firm's existence.
p.1
Reconstitution of Partnership Firm
What is the reconstitution of a partnership firm?
D) It takes place on account of admission, retirement, or death of a partner, resulting in the dissolution of a partnership but not that of the firm.
Explanation: The reconstitution of a partnership firm occurs due to the admission, retirement, or death of a partner, leading to the dissolution of the partnership but not the firm. This allows the firm to continue under the same name if the partners decide to do so.
p.1
Dissolution of Partnership Firm
What is the difference between dissolution of partnership and dissolution of a partnership firm?
B) The breaking or discontinuance of relationship between all the partners is termed as the dissolution of partnership firm, while the dissolution of partnership refers to the change in the existing relationship between partners.
Explanation: The Act recognizes the difference between the breaking of relationship between all the partners of a firm and between some of the partners. The former is termed as the dissolution of partnership firm, while the latter refers to the dissolution of partnership, which changes the existing relationship between partners.
p.1
Dissolution of Partnership Firm
Under what circumstances does the dissolution of partnership take place?
A) Change in existing profit sharing ratio among partners; B) Admission of a new partner.
Explanation: The dissolution of partnership may take place due to a change in the existing profit sharing ratio among partners or the admission of a new partner, leading to a change in the existing relationship between partners.
p.1
Dissolution of Partnership Firm
What activities are carried out after the dissolution of a partnership firm?
C) Activities related to closing of the firm, including selling firm’s assets, paying its liabilities, and discharging the claims of the partners.
Explanation: After the dissolution of a partnership firm, activities related to closing the firm are conducted, such as selling the firm’s assets, paying its liabilities, and discharging the claims of the partners.