X and Y share profit and losses in the ratio of 5:3. Z is admitted for...
Adjustment of Goodwill and Distribution of Profit
Journal Entry for Adjustment of Goodwill:
*Goodwill A/c Dr. 7,560
To X’s Capital A/c 4,410
To Y’s Capital A/c 3,150
Explanation:
Z is admitted for 3/10th share of profits, which is equal to 7,200 (3/10 x 24,000). As the goodwill of the firm is valued at ₹21, 600, Z’s share of goodwill is 7,560 (7,200/24,000 x 21,600). Hence, the goodwill account is debited with 7,560, and X and Y’s capital accounts are credited in the ratio of 5:3.
Journal Entry for Distribution of Profit:
*X’s Capital A/c Dr. 12,870
Y’s Capital A/c Dr. 7,710
To Profit and Loss A/c 20,580
Explanation:
The profit for the year is ₹24,000, and Z’s share of profit is 7,200. Hence, the remaining profit of 16,800 (24,000 - 7,200) is to be distributed between X and Y in the ratio of 5:3. X’s capital account is debited with 12,870 (16,800 x 5/8), and Y’s capital account is debited with 7,710 (16,800 x 3/8). Profit and Loss account is credited with the total amount of 20,580 (12,870 + 7,710).
Conclusion:
The above journal entries adjust the goodwill and distribute the profit among X, Y, and Z. It is essential to adjust the goodwill whenever a new partner is admitted, as it reflects the value of the firm's reputation. The distribution of profit is based on the profit sharing ratio agreed upon by the partners.