The profit up to a partner’s date of death is to be estimated on the basis of the previous year’s profit of ₹5,40,000 for a period of 8 months. What will be the estimated profit for this period?

Correct answer: ₹3,60,000

Profit is assumed to accrue evenly throughout the year. Therefore, estimated profit for 8 months = ₹5,40,000 × 8/12 = ₹3,60,000. Option B represents 6 months’ profit, option C represents 9 months’ profit, and option D represents 4 months’ profit. Exam tip: For a time-based estimate, multiply the annual profit by the relevant number of months and divide by 12. This is the firm’s total estimated profit; the deceased partner’s share would then be calculated using the profit-sharing ratio.