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Expenses incurred on a dissolution of a partnership firm.

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Expenses incurred on a dissolution of a partnership firm.
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Realisation Expenses

Explanation:

Realisation Expenses are the expenses incurred on the dissolution of a firm. These expenses belong to the firm and hence, they should be paid by the firm. However, sometimes these expenses are paid by the firm on behalf of a partner. In such cases, the Concerned Partner’s Capital/Current Account is debited.

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(₹)
Assets Amount
(₹)
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Balance Sheet as on 31st March, 2023
Liabilities Amount (₹) Amount (₹) Assets Amount (₹) Amount (₹)
Capital:     Furniture   19,600
Amul 1,26,000 1,82,000 Plant   91,000
Anand 56,000 Trademark   11,200
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Bank Loan   21 ,000 Less: R.D.D. 4,200 63,000
      Stock   42,000
      Cash in Hand   14,000
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    2,52,000     2,52,000

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( 4) ₹ 1,400 Discount were allowed by creditors while paying their claim.

(5) The Realisation expenses amounted to ₹ 4,900.

You are required to prepare Realisation A/c, Cash A/c and Partner's Capital A/cs.


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