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JAMB Accounting 2012 Objective — Question 15

Question 15 of 50 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Accounting 2012 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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Use the information below to answer questions 15 and 16. Stock 1/1 20,000; Add purchases 250,000; Cost of goods available for sale 270,000; Less stock 31/12 40,000; Cost of goods sold 230,000; Net sales 370,000; Rent expenses 35,000. Find the gross profit.

  • A. ₦370,000
  • B. ₦230,000
  • C. ₦150,000
  • D. ₦140,000Correct

Explanation

Gross profit = Net sales − Cost of goods sold = 370,000 − 230,000 = ₦140,000.

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