A, B and C are partners in a firm with Head Office in Kolkata and Branches in
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A, B and C are partners in a firm with Head Office in Kolkata and Branches in Mumbai and Chennai. They share profits and losses in the ratio of ₹5:3:2. B and C (respectively managing Mumbai and Chennai Branches) are also entitled to a fixed salary of ₹5,000 p.a. and to a commission equal to 30% of profit of their respective branches after deducting therefrom the aforesaid salary and an amount equal to 10% of the average capital employed in the branch. Interest on capital is to be allowed at 5% p.a. Besides, if the share of C (including salary, interest and commission), is less than ₹30,000, the shortfall is to be borne by A.
From the following information, prepare the Profit and Loss Appropriation Account for the year ended 31.12.2017:It is ascertained that the net assets of Mumbai and Chennai branches have registered an increase of ₹5,200 and ₹3,200 respectively as compared to the beginning of the year.
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