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What is the primary reason partners are entitled to share in a firm's profits?
What is the primary reason partners are entitled to share in a firm's profits?
A partnership is considered a legal entity, separate and distinct from its partners.
A partnership is considered a legal entity, separate and distinct from its partners.
True (A)
What are the two types of partnerships based on liability?
What are the two types of partnerships based on liability?
General partnerships and limited partnerships.
In a ______ partnership, all partners are personally liable for the firm's debts.
In a ______ partnership, all partners are personally liable for the firm's debts.
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A partnership is formed through a written contract only.
A partnership is formed through a written contract only.
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Match the following types of partnerships to their corresponding activities:
Match the following types of partnerships to their corresponding activities:
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Which of the following is NOT a valid contribution that can be made to a partnership business?
Which of the following is NOT a valid contribution that can be made to a partnership business?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a partnership?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a partnership?
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What is the purpose of a partnership that focuses on the practice of a profession?
What is the purpose of a partnership that focuses on the practice of a profession?
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What is the term used to describe the situation where a partner can act on behalf of the partnership?
What is the term used to describe the situation where a partner can act on behalf of the partnership?
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A partnership can be formed solely to protect the environment, even if it does not generate profit.
A partnership can be formed solely to protect the environment, even if it does not generate profit.
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The personal assets of a general partner can be used to settle partnership debts if the partnership assets are insufficient. This illustrates the principle of ______ in a partnership.
The personal assets of a general partner can be used to settle partnership debts if the partnership assets are insufficient. This illustrates the principle of ______ in a partnership.
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Match the following elements of a partnership with their descriptions:
Match the following elements of a partnership with their descriptions:
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What is the document that outlines the terms of a partnership?
What is the document that outlines the terms of a partnership?
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Which of the following is NOT a type of activity typically undertaken by a partnership?
Which of the following is NOT a type of activity typically undertaken by a partnership?
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Partners only share in the profits of the partnership, not the losses.
Partners only share in the profits of the partnership, not the losses.
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What are the two primary equity accounts in partnership accounting?
What are the two primary equity accounts in partnership accounting?
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A partner's capital account is debited when they make an additional investment in the partnership.
A partner's capital account is debited when they make an additional investment in the partnership.
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What is the primary factor determining how profits and losses are divided among partners?
What is the primary factor determining how profits and losses are divided among partners?
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When a partner receives money from the partnership as a loan, the account to be debited is ______ from Partner.
When a partner receives money from the partnership as a loan, the account to be debited is ______ from Partner.
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Match the following transaction with the corresponding impact on a partner's capital account:
Match the following transaction with the corresponding impact on a partner's capital account:
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Partners are always required to receive a salary for their services in a partnership.
Partners are always required to receive a salary for their services in a partnership.
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Which of the following is NOT a factor that can affect a partner's capital account?
Which of the following is NOT a factor that can affect a partner's capital account?
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What is the main difference between a partnership and a sole proprietorship in terms of financial statements?
What is the main difference between a partnership and a sole proprietorship in terms of financial statements?
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Partnership profits
Partnership profits
Partners share in the firm's profits as a return on investment.
Legal Entity
Legal Entity
A partnership has a distinct legal personality from its partners.
Income tax rates for partnerships
Income tax rates for partnerships
Partnerships may face 20% or 25% income tax based on asset and income levels.
Contributions to a partnership
Contributions to a partnership
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Purpose of forming partnerships
Purpose of forming partnerships
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General partner
General partner
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Limited partner
Limited partner
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Types of partnerships
Types of partnerships
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Capital and Drawing Accounts
Capital and Drawing Accounts
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Partner's Loans
Partner's Loans
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Partner's Borrowings
Partner's Borrowings
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Partner's Salaries
Partner's Salaries
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Interest on Investment
Interest on Investment
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Division of Profit and Loss
Division of Profit and Loss
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Capital Account
Capital Account
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Drawing Account
Drawing Account
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Cooperative
Cooperative
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Service Concern
Service Concern
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Partnership
Partnership
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Voluntary Association
Voluntary Association
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Mutual Agency
Mutual Agency
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Limited Life
Limited Life
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Unlimited Liability
Unlimited Liability
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Co-ownership of Profit
Co-ownership of Profit
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Study Notes
Accounting Cycle of a Service and Merchandising Business
- Analyzing business transactions is crucial for accurate financial records. T-accounts are a helpful tool.
- Preparing a trial balance is a step in the accounting cycle, ensuring debits equal credits.
- Worksheet preparation (optional) helps adjust accounts.
- Financial statements summarise business performance, including:
- Statement of Profit & Loss (Income Statement): Summarizes operations, showing profit or loss.
- Statement of Comprehensive Income: Reports other income items, aligning with accounting standards.
- Statement of Changes in Equity: Shows owner's capital changes over a period.
- Statement of Financial Position (Balance Sheet): Shows business assets, liabilities & ownership.
- Statement of Cash Flows: Reports cash receipts and payments categorized by activity (operating, investing, financing).
- Journalizing and posting closing entries zeros income & expense accounts.
- Preparing a post-closing trial balance confirms accurate closing balances.
- Journalizing and posting reversing entries help prepare for next period's transactions, allowing you to reverse prior adjustments.
- General accounting equation: Assets = Liabilities + Owner's Equity
- Assets, Expenses, and Drawings = Debit
- Liabilities, Owner's Equity, Investment, Additional Investment, Income = Credit
Adjusting Entries
- Accrued Expenses: Expenses incurred but not yet paid (e.g., salaries).
- Accrued Income: Income earned but not yet received (e.g., interest).
- Prepaid Expenses (Asset Method): Advance payments for future benefits, recorded as assets until used.
- Unearned Income (Liability Method): Advance payments received for future services or goods, recorded as liabilities until services are performed.
- Depreciation Expense: Allocation of a fixed asset's cost over its useful life.
- Doubtful Accounts Expense: Accounting for potential uncollectible customer accounts. Allowance for doubtful accounts is a contra-asset account.
- Merchandise Inventory: Value of unsold goods, impacting cost of goods sold calculations.
- Distribution Expenses: Expenses related to selling, advertising, or other distribution activities
Other Formulas
- Prorate: Method to record discounts on assets.
Free on Board (FOB)
- FOB Destination: Ownership transfers when goods arrive at destination.
- FOB Shipping Point: Ownership transfers when goods leave origin.
- Freight terms determine which party is responsible for freight costs during shipment.
Partnership
- Two or more individuals agree to operate a business, with profits or losses divided among partners.
- Articles of Co-Partnership: Written agreement outlining partnership terms.
- Partnership names, partners' details, purpose, and profits/losses division.
- Different forms of business organization, based on ownership and activities, exist:
- Single Proprietorship: Owned and managed by a single person.
- Partnership: Two or more people to operate for profit.
- Corporation: Separate legal entity from its owners (stockholders).
- Cooperative: People-centered, democratically controlled, and for shared socio-economic purposes
Partnership Characteristics
- Based on contract (written or oral).
- Voluntary association.
- Mutual agency: Any partner can act for the partnership.
- Limited life: Partnership dissolves with partner changes or dissolution.
- Unlimited liability (general partners are liable for debts).
- Co-ownership of property (contributed by partners).
- Profit sharing (dependent on agreements).
- Legal entity distinct from owners (specific requirements exist for tax purposes).
- Income tax rates for partnerships differ from those for corporations.
Different classifications of partners
- Based on contribution (capital or labor).
- Based on liability (general or limited).
- Based on management (managing or silent).
- Nominal or secret partner.
- Nominal partners have no active role in management.
- Secret partners have an active role, but their partnership is not public.
- Ostensible partner is known to the public.
Advantages and Disadvantages of Partnerships
- Advantages: Easy & inexpensive to form & dissolve; increased capital compared to a sole proprietorship; freedom & flexibility.
- Disadvantages: Lack of business continuity; difficulty transferring ownership; limited capital compared to a corporation; managerial disagreements possible.
Articles of Co-partnership Contents
- Contains vital details concerning partners & the partnership.
Partnership Accounting
- Partner's equity (capital accounts): Track initial investments & profit/loss distribution.
- Partner's drawings: Track withdrawals from the partnership.
- Profit/loss distribution determined by agreement.
- Interest on investment & salaries may be included in calculations.
Partnership Operating Framework
- The key financial reports differ depending if the business is a sole proprietorship or partnership.
- Income statements and balance sheets show profit & loss and assets, liabilities, and equity.
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This quiz explores the key steps in the accounting cycle for service and merchandising businesses. It covers analyzing transactions, preparing financial statements, and the importance of T-accounts and trial balances. Test your understanding of how these components work together to ensure accurate financial records.
