JAMB UTME - Principles of Accounts - 2018
Question 1 Report
Bala ltd acquired the business of bello ltd and caused the separate existence of the latter company to terminate.
Answer Details
Based on the given information, the term that best describes the scenario is "merger". A merger is a business consolidation that involves the combination of two or more companies into a single new entity. In this case, Bala Ltd acquired the business of Bello Ltd, which means that Bello Ltd is no longer operating as a separate company. Instead, Bello Ltd's assets, liabilities, and operations have been merged with those of Bala Ltd to form a single new entity. It's important to note that a merger can take many forms, and the specific legal and financial details of the transaction can vary. However, the key idea is that two or more companies combine to form a new, larger entity.
Question 2 Report
Use the information below to answer the question:
Trading account for the year ended 31st December 2009
| ₦ | ₦ |
| Opening Stock 32,000 | Sales 48,000 |
| Purchases 40,000 | Less Return 2,000 |
| Carriage inwards 1,000 | |
| 41,000 | |
| Less Return 2,000 39,000 | |
| Cost of goods available ?? | |
| Less closing stock 9,000 | |
| Cost of goods sold ?? |
Calculate the cost of goods sold
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To calculate the cost of goods sold, we need to find the cost of goods available and then subtract the closing stock. The cost of goods available is found by adding the opening stock to the cost of purchases: 32,000 + 39,000 = 71,000 The cost of goods sold is found by subtracting the closing stock from the cost of goods available: 71,000 - 9,000 = 62,000 So, the cost of goods sold is ₦62,000.
Question 3 Report
Use the information below to answer the question
| Liabilities ₦ | Assets ₦ |
| Capital 40,000 | Furnishing 10,000 |
| Ceiling Fan 1,500 | |
| Cash in Hand 28,500 | |
| 40,000 | 40,000 |
If at 31/1/95 the following information was ascertained;
(i) rent for shop ₦12,000 paid for the year
(ii) Total purchases ₦15,000
(iii) Total sales ₦8,200
(iv) Stock of goods left ₦10,000
(v) paid sales boy ₦500
If at 31/1/95 the following information was ascertained;
(i) rent for shop ₦12,000 paid for the year
(ii) Total purchases ₦15,000
(iii) Total sales ₦8,200
(iv) Stock of goods left ₦10,000
(v) paid sales boy ₦500
Question 4 Report
The rent expense for Trendy store is ₦3500. Trendy store has three departments; jewelry, hair dressing, and clothing. The floor spaces occupied by the departments are 3:2:5 respectively. What is the rent allocated to clothing department?
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To allocate the rent expense to the clothing department, we need to use the ratio of the floor spaces occupied by each department. Let's first add up the ratio of the floor spaces: 3 + 2 + 5 = 10 This means that the clothing department occupies 5/10 (or 1/2) of the total floor space. To allocate the rent expense to the clothing department, we need to multiply the total rent expense by the proportion of the floor space that the clothing department occupies: ₦3500 x 1/2 = ₦1750 Therefore, the rent allocated to the clothing department is ₦1750. So, the correct answer is option (C) ₦1750.
Question 5 Report
The excess of sales over cost of goods sold is?
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The excess of sales over cost of goods sold is called "gross profit". Gross profit represents the amount of money that a company earns from selling its products or services, minus the direct costs associated with producing those products or services. For example, if a company sells a product for $100 and it costs $60 to produce that product, the company's gross profit would be $40. This means that for every product sold, the company earns $40 that can be used to cover other expenses like salaries, rent, and marketing. It's important to note that gross profit is different from net profit. Net profit is the total amount of money a company earns after all of its expenses, including indirect costs like overhead and taxes, have been subtracted from its revenue. Gross profit, on the other hand, only takes into account the direct costs associated with producing and selling products or services.
Question 6 Report
Use the information below to answer the question.
Calculate the balance in the bank statement.
| ? | |
Balance as per cashbook |
13560 |
Unpresented cheques |
5120 |
Dividend received |
2000 |
Uncredited cheque |
2300 |
Bank charges |
280 |
Standing order |
600 |
Balance as per bank statement |
? |
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Question 7 Report
A machine bought for N35,000 was estimated to have a life span of 5 years with a scrap value of N9,000.
If the scrap value is presently N15,000, what will be the yearly depreciation using the straight line method?
Answer Details
The straight-line method is a commonly used depreciation method for accounting purposes. It assumes that an asset loses an equal amount of its value each year over its useful life. To calculate the yearly depreciation using the straight-line method, you need to subtract the scrap value from the original cost and then divide by the useful life of the machine. Original Cost of the Machine = N35,000 Scrap Value = N15,000 Useful Life = 5 years Depreciable Cost = Original Cost - Scrap Value Depreciable Cost = N35,000 - N15,000 Depreciable Cost = N20,000 Yearly Depreciation = Depreciable Cost / Useful Life Yearly Depreciation = N20,000 / 5 Yearly Depreciation = N4,000 Therefore, the yearly depreciation using the straight-line method for this machine is N4,000. is the correct answer.
Question 8 Report
Use the information below to answer question
Trading account for the year ended 31st December 2009
| ₦ | ₦ | |||
| Opening Stock | 32,000 | Sales | 48,000 | |
| Purchases | 40,000 | Less Return | 2,000 | |
| Carriage inwards | 1,000 | |||
| 41,000 | ||||
| Less Return | 2,000 | 39,000 | ||
| Cost of goods available | ?? | |||
| Less closing stock | 9,000 | |||
| Cost of goods sold | ?? |
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Question 9 Report
Tanko Ltd had
The company's earnings yield is? |
Answer Details
The earnings yield is a measure of the return on investment for a company's earnings. It is calculated by dividing the earnings per share by the market price per share, and expressing the result as a percentage. In this case, Tanko Ltd's earnings per share is 47k (0.47 Naira), and its market price per share is NM1.50 (1.50 Naira). So, the earnings yield can be calculated as follows: Earnings yield = (Earnings per share / Market price per share) x 100% = (0.47 / 1.50) x 100% = 31.33% Therefore, the earnings yield for Tanko Ltd is 31.33%, which means that for every Naira invested in the company's stock, investors can expect a return of 31.33 Naira in earnings.
Question 10 Report
| N | N |
| Capital 39,000 | Land 20,000 |
| Long Term Loan 15, 000 | Building 30,000 |
| Creditors 9,000 | Stock 40,000 |
| Debtors 6,000 | |
| Accrued wages 5,000 | Cash 8, 000 |
| 68,000 | 68,000 |
Use the information above to answer the question:
The acid test ratio in the company is ___________
Question 11 Report
Profit or loss in a partnership is usually arrived at after deducting from gross profit all expenses including____________
Answer Details
In a partnership, the profit or loss is calculated by subtracting all expenses from the gross profit. These expenses include various costs incurred in running the partnership business, such as rent, utilities, supplies, and wages paid to employees. Additionally, the expenses also include the salaries paid to partners, which is the amount paid to the partners for their work in the business. This is different from the interest on capital, which is the return on the money invested by the partners in the business. Interest on loans is the cost of borrowing money to finance the partnership's operations. This interest expense is deducted from the gross profit to determine the partnership's net profit or loss. Finally, the partners' drawings, which are the amounts taken out of the business by the partners for personal use, are also deducted from the gross profit to determine the partnership's net profit or loss. In summary, the profit or loss in a partnership is calculated by subtracting all expenses, including salaries paid to partners, interest on capital, interest on loans, and partners' drawings, from the gross profit.
Question 12 Report
In reconciling the branch and head office accounts, remittance in transit in the branch books is treated as a_____________
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In reconciling the branch and head office accounts, remittance in transit in the branch books is treated as a debit entry. Remittance in transit refers to funds that have been sent from the branch to the head office, but have not yet been recorded in the head office's books. When reconciling the accounts, this amount is recorded as a debit in the branch's books because the branch has already sent the funds, but they have not yet been received and recorded by the head office. The debit entry in the branch's books serves to reduce the branch's cash balance, while the corresponding credit entry in the head office's books, when it is eventually recorded, will increase the head office's cash balance. This treatment of remittance in transit as a debit entry is a common practice in accounting and helps to ensure that the accounts are reconciled accurately and that the cash balances in both the branch and head office are correctly reflected.
Question 13 Report
Sule and Ahmed are in partnership sharing profit and losses equally. If Khadija is admitted as a new partner to take 1/5 th as her share. What is the new profit or loss sharing?
Answer Details
Sule and Ahmed have been sharing profits and losses equally, which means they divide the profits and losses 50-50. Now, Khadija is admitted as a new partner, and she takes 1/5 of the share. The new profit and loss sharing ratio will be 3 parts because there are now three partners. To calculate the new profit and loss sharing ratio, we need to divide 3 parts equally among the three partners. So, each part will be 1/3. Therefore, the new profit and loss sharing ratio will be: Sule 1/3, Ahmed 1/3, and Khadija 1/3. Hence, the correct answer is: Sule 1/3, Ahmed 1/3, and Khadija 1/3.
Question 14 Report
A partnership deed is used to____________
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A partnership deed is used to promote mutual understanding. It is a legal document that outlines the rights, responsibilities, and obligations of each partner in a partnership business. By specifying the roles and expectations of each partner, a partnership deed helps to prevent misunderstandings and conflicts that could arise between partners. The partnership deed typically includes information such as the names of the partners, the nature of the business, the capital contributions of each partner, the profit and loss sharing ratio, the management structure of the partnership, the procedures for adding or removing partners, and the rules for dissolution of the partnership. By having a clear and well-defined partnership deed, all partners can have a shared understanding of how the business will operate and what is expected of each partner. This can help to establish trust and promote a healthy working relationship between partners, which is crucial for the success of any partnership business.
Question 15 Report
The basic role of accounting is to?
Question 16 Report
which of the following affects the accuracy and authenticity of trial balance?
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Question 17 Report
The office responsible for ascertaining whether all public expenditures and appropriations are in line with approved guidelines is the________
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The office responsible for ascertaining whether all public expenditures and appropriations are in line with approved guidelines is the Auditor General. The Auditor General is an independent body that audits and reports on the government's financial statements, ensuring that public expenditures are legal and authorized, and are within budgeted amounts. The Auditor General is responsible for reviewing and examining all financial records of the government, ensuring that financial transactions are recorded accurately, and that financial reporting is transparent and in compliance with the applicable laws and regulations. The Auditor General is usually appointed by the government, and the office is independent of any particular government department. This independence ensures that the Auditor General can operate impartially and without undue influence from any particular government agency. The Auditor General is a vital part of ensuring the accountability and transparency of government finances and plays a critical role in maintaining public trust in government institutions.
Question 18 Report
Which of the following is not a type of branch?
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"Single branch" is not a type of branch. A branch refers to an additional location of a business, separate from its main or headquarters location. A dependent branch is a location that relies on the head office for support and decision making. An independent branch operates separately from the head office, making its own decisions and managing its own resources. A foreign branch is a location established in a foreign country. However, "single branch" is not a type of branch. It simply refers to a situation where a business has only one location or branch.
Question 19 Report
| N | |
| Direct material | 2,500 |
| Direct labour | 5,000 |
| Direct expenses | 1,000 |
| Overhead expenses | 1,500 |
Use the information contained in the table to answer the question below.
From the data above, compute the prime cost.
Answer Details
To compute the prime cost, we need to add the cost of direct materials, direct labour, and direct expenses. Adding the figures for direct materials, direct labour, and direct expenses gives us: 2,500 + 5,000 + 1,000 = 8,500. Therefore, the prime cost of the product is N8,500. The prime cost represents the total cost of direct materials, direct labour, and direct expenses that are directly attributable to the production of a product or service. This cost is essential to know for any manufacturing or production-oriented business, as it is the basis for determining the total cost of production.
Question 20 Report
Cost of rent as an expense can be apportioned to all department on the basis of:
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The cost of rent can be apportioned to all departments on the basis of the space occupied by each department. For example, if a company has three departments and Department A occupies 40% of the total office space, Department B occupies 30%, and Department C occupies 30%, then the cost of rent can be apportioned accordingly. If the total cost of rent is $10,000 per month, then Department A would be responsible for $4,000 (i.e., 40% of $10,000), Department B would be responsible for $3,000 (i.e., 30% of $10,000), and Department C would be responsible for $3,000 (i.e., 30% of $10,000). This method of apportionment is fair because each department is responsible for the amount of space it occupies and therefore the amount of rent it incurs. Using other criteria such as the number of employees, stock value or wages, may not accurately reflect the actual amount of space used by each department and could lead to unfair distribution of rent expenses.
Question 21 Report
Which of the following should not be adjusted for in the profit and loss account?
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Question 22 Report
In government accounting , the method used which records on the basis of financial entity with self balancing books instead of entity of propietorship is?
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The method used in government accounting which records on the basis of financial entity with self-balancing books instead of the entity of proprietorship is called fund accounting. Fund accounting is a method of accounting used by organizations, such as governments, non-profit organizations, and universities, that have multiple funds with separate accounting and reporting requirements. Each fund is treated as a separate accounting entity, and financial transactions are recorded in separate self-balancing books for each fund. The purpose of fund accounting is to provide accountability and transparency in the use of public funds. It allows the government to track and report on the use of funds for specific purposes, such as capital projects, debt service, or operating expenses. It also ensures that funds are used only for their intended purposes and that financial reports accurately reflect the financial position of each fund. In summary, fund accounting is a method of accounting used by government entities that records financial transactions on a fund-by-fund basis with self-balancing books. This provides accountability and transparency in the use of public funds and ensures that funds are used only for their intended purposes.
Question 23 Report
A club received rent N10,000 and donation of N30,000. it paid N6,000 for entertainment and is still owing N16,000 . The balance of the receipts and payments account is?
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Question 24 Report
| N | |
| Creditors | 7,940 |
| Prepaid expenses | 290 |
| Accrual expenses | 323 |
| Stock | 4,500 |
| Cash balances | 4,956 |
| Debtors | 905 |
Use the information in the above table to answer the question.
Determine the current liabilities.
Question 25 Report
A machine bought for N35,000 was estimated to have a life span of 5 years with a scrap value of N9,000.
The yearly depreciation using the straight line method would be
Answer Details
The straight-line method of depreciation assumes that an asset decreases in value evenly over its useful life. To calculate the yearly depreciation using the straight-line method, we need to subtract the scrap value from the original cost and then divide the result by the number of years of the asset's useful life. The original cost of the machine is N35,000, and the scrap value is N9,000. Therefore, the depreciable value of the machine is: Depreciable value = Original cost - Scrap value = N35,000 - N9,000 = N26,000 The useful life of the machine is 5 years. Therefore, the yearly depreciation is: Yearly depreciation = Depreciable value / Useful life = N26,000 / 5 = N5,200 So the yearly depreciation using the straight-line method for this machine is N5,200. Therefore, option C is the correct answer.
Question 26 Report
The main difference between the ordinary and preference shareholders is that?
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Question 27 Report
Which of the following is a common cause of a discrepancy between head office and branch trial office________
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Stock and cash in transit is a common cause of a discrepancy between head office and branch trial office. This is because stock and cash in transit are two types of assets that are often not recorded accurately in the accounts. Stock can be difficult to value and count accurately, especially if it is in transit between the head office and the branch. Cash in transit refers to cash that is in the process of being transferred between the head office and the branch, and may not be recorded in either account until it has arrived at its destination. If the stock or cash in transit is not recorded accurately, it can result in a discrepancy between the head office and branch trial balance. For example, if the branch has recorded the stock as received, but the head office has not yet recorded it as sent, the branch will have a higher stock value than the head office. Similarly, if the branch has recorded cash in transit as received, but the head office has not yet recorded it as sent, the branch will have a higher cash balance than the head office. , which suggests stock and repayment, is incorrect because repayment is not directly related to a discrepancy between head office and branch trial balance. , which suggests creditors and cash in transit, is also incorrect because creditors are liabilities and not directly related to the assets that are in transit between head office and branch. , which suggests debtors and cash in transit, is also incorrect because debtors are not assets that are in transit between head office and branch, and therefore not a common cause of discrepancy between head office and branch trial balance.
Question 28 Report
Mrs. Okoro who lives in the riverine community of Rivers State makes her living through crabbing and fishing. This type of occupation is?
Question 29 Report
When a bill is negotiated to a bank , it is said to be?
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When a bill is negotiated to a bank, it is said to be "discounted". Negotiating a bill means transferring ownership of the bill from the original holder to the bank. In exchange for this transfer, the bank pays the holder an amount that is less than the face value of the bill, usually with a fee for providing this service. This process is known as "discounting the bill" because the holder receives a discounted value for the bill. So, when a bill is negotiated to a bank, it is said to be "discounted" because the holder receives a discounted value for the bill in exchange for transferring ownership to the bank.
Question 30 Report
What is the amount of capital employed?
Question 31 Report
Subscription received during the year N30,000. Subscription owed last year N4,000. subscription received for next year N6,000.
Use the details above to answer the following question.
What is the subscription to be charged to income and expenditure account?
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The subscription to be charged to the income and expenditure account is N36,000. This is because the subscription received during the year is N30,000, the subscription owed from the previous year is N4,000 and the subscription received for the next year is N6,000. Adding up these three amounts gives us N30,000 + N4,000 + N6,000 = N36,000. So, the total subscription to be charged to the income and expenditure account is N36,000.
Question 32 Report
Gross profit in the branch adjustment account is transferred to the branch____________
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Question 33 Report
A provision for bad debt account had N33,800 at the beginning of the year and N4,220 at the close of the year. If bad debts are calculated at the rate of 1/20% of annual credit sales, what was the credit sales for the period?
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Question 34 Report
Why should a new partner contribute towards goodwill on his admission?
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Question 35 Report
In the absence of a partnership deed, the act stipulates that____________
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Question 37 Report
For an incomplete record to provide necessary information, it must be converted to?
Question 38 Report
Subscription received during the year N30,000. Subscription owed last year N4,000. subscription received for next year N6,000.
Use the details above to answer the following question.
The N6,000 subscription received is?
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The N6,000 subscription received is a current liability. A liability is a debt or obligation that a company owes to another party, which must be settled in the future. In this case, the N6,000 subscription received is for next year, which means that the company has not yet provided the goods or services for which the customer has paid. Therefore, the N6,000 subscription is an obligation that the company must fulfill in the future, making it a current liability. The N30,000 subscription received during the year is a revenue or income for the company, while the N4,000 subscription owed last year is a previous liability that was not settled in the past year. Both of these amounts are not related to the current question.
Question 39 Report
The fixed amount of money given to a petty cashier at the beginning of a period is called?
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The fixed amount of money given to a petty cashier at the beginning of a period is called the "imprest". An imprest system is a way of managing petty cash, which is a small amount of cash kept on hand for minor expenses such as office supplies, postage, and travel expenses. In this system, a fixed amount of money is provided to the petty cashier at the beginning of a period, and they are responsible for managing and recording all the petty cash transactions during that period. The purpose of the imprest system is to ensure that the petty cash fund is always at a fixed amount, which is called the "imprest amount". At the end of the period, the petty cashier submits the petty cash vouchers to the main cashier for reimbursement, and the main cashier provides the petty cashier with the exact amount required to bring the petty cash fund back to the imprest amount. This way, the petty cash fund is always replenished to the fixed amount, which helps in keeping track of the petty cash transactions and preventing fraud. In summary, the imprest is the fixed amount of money provided to a petty cashier at the beginning of a period to manage the petty cash transactions, and it is a part of the imprest system of managing petty cash.
Question 40 Report
The accumulated fund of a non-trading concern can equally be referred to as?
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The accumulated fund of a non-trading concern can equally be referred to as the "surplus fund". This is because the surplus fund represents the excess of the organization's total assets over its total liabilities and any other committed funds. Non-trading concerns, such as non-profit organizations, do not operate for the purpose of making a profit for its members or shareholders. Instead, any surplus generated is used to further the organization's objectives or to invest in its activities in the future. The surplus fund can be seen as a reserve that the organization can draw on when needed. The other answer options, such as members equity, share capital, and general fund, are not necessarily applicable to non-trading concerns, and do not specifically refer to the accumulated fund. For example, share capital typically refers to the funds raised by a company through the sale of shares, while members equity typically refers to the ownership interest of the members in a company.
