Worked example 1
Net profit $48,000. Partners A and B share profits 3:2. Salaries: A $6,000, B $4,000. Interest on capital is 5% per annum: A's capital is $80,000, B's is $40,000. Prepare the Appropriation Account.
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Appropriation Account for the year ended...
| | | :--- | :--- | | Net Profit for the year | 48,000 | | Less: Appropriations | | | Partners' Salaries: | | | A | (6,000) | | B | (4,000) | | Interest on Capital: | | | A ( | B ( | Residual Profit | 32,000 |
Distribution of Residual Profit:
| | | :--- | :--- | | Share of profit for A ( | Share of profit for B ( | Total | 32,000 |
Total amount appropriated to each partner:
- A: $6,000 (Salary) + $4,000 (Int. on Capital) + $19,200 (Profit Share) = $29,200
- B: $4,000 (Salary) + $2,000 (Int. on Capital) + $12,800 (Profit Share) = $18,800