At the time of admission of a new partner, A and B share profits in the ratio 6:5. The General Reserve is ₹66,000 and the Profit and Loss Account has a credit balance of ₹33,000. What total amount will be credited to A’s account out of these accumulated profits?

Correct answer: ₹54,000

The General Reserve and the credit balance of the Profit and Loss Account are distributed among the old partners in their old profit-sharing ratio. Total accumulated profit = ₹66,000 + ₹33,000 = ₹99,000. A’s share = 6/11, so the amount credited to A = ₹99,000 × 6/11 = ₹54,000. ₹49,500 represents half of the total and ignores the 6:5 ratio. Exam tip: Apply the old profit-sharing ratio when distributing reserves or accumulated profits at the time of admission.