A and B share profits and losses in the ratio of 2:3. The General Reserve is ₹25,000 and the Profit and Loss Account has a debit balance of ₹10,000. What is the net accumulated amount to be distributed among the partners before the admission of a new partner?

Correct answer: ₹15,000 profit

The General Reserve of ₹25,000 is an accumulated profit, whereas the debit balance of the Profit and Loss Account of ₹10,000 is an accumulated loss. Therefore, net accumulated profit = ₹25,000 − ₹10,000 = ₹15,000. This amount will be distributed between the old partners in the ratio of 2:3; the ratio does not affect the calculation of the net amount. In the exam, remember to deduct a debit balance from the reserve.