At the time of admission of a new partner, the Profit and Loss Account has a debit balance of ₹28,000. A and B share profits in the old ratio of 3:4. What amount will be debited to B’s Capital Account?

Correct answer: ₹16,000

The debit balance of the Profit and Loss Account represents an old loss and is debited to the old partners’ Capital Accounts in their old profit-sharing ratio. B’s share is 4/7, so the amount debited to B = ₹28,000 × 4/7 = ₹16,000. Exam tip: Treat a debit balance as a loss and distribute it among the old partners in their old ratio.