On dissolution of a firm, if all assets except cash are realised at their book values, all external liabilities are settled at their book values, and there are no realisation or dissolution expenses, what will be the result in the Realisation Account?

Correct answer: No profit, no loss

In the Realisation Account, assets are debited at their book values and liabilities are credited at their book values. When the assets are realised and the liabilities are settled at those same book values, no difference remains. Therefore, the account shows neither profit nor loss. Cash is not transferred to the Realisation Account. Exam tip: A realisation profit or loss arises only when assets are realised or liabilities are settled at amounts different from their book values.