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NECO Accounting 2007 Objective — Question 53

Question 53 of 60 from the National Examinations Council (NECO) Accounting 2007 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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A businessman started trading on 1st June 1999. His total debtors were N50,000; a provision for doubtful debt of 10% was made. What is the amount of provision for doubtful debt as at 31st May 2000?

  • A. N5,000
  • B. N4,000
  • C. N3,000

Explanation

10% x N50,000 = N5,000; the source key lists option D (N2,000), suggesting an adjustment was required beyond the initial provision calculation.

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