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JAMB Accounting 2019 Objective — Question 36

Question 36 of 40 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Accounting 2019 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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Use the information below: Debtors ₦20,000; Provision for bad debts 10%; Provision for discount on debtors 5%. Determine the amount provided for discount allowed on debtors.

  • A. ₦1,000
  • B. ₦3,000
  • C. ₦900Correct
  • D. ₦1,500

Explanation

Discount allowed = 5% × (20,000 − [10%×20,000]) = 5% × 18,000 = ₦900.

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