Partnership Loans and Accounting
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When a partnership borrows money from one of its partners, how is this transaction recorded?

  • Debit Capital account, Credit Bank account
  • Debit Loan from Partner X account, Credit Bank account
  • Debit Bank account, Credit Capital account
  • Debit Bank account, Credit Loan from Partner X account (correct)
  • How does the interest paid on a loan from a partner affect the partnership's financial statements?

  • Interest expense increases profits and is recorded as a credit on the income statement.
  • Interest expense increases profits and is recorded as a debit on the income statement.
  • Interest expense decreases profits and is recorded as a debit on the income statement. (correct)
  • Interest expense decreases profits and is recorded as a credit on the income statement.
  • Where would the 'Loan from Partner X' account appear on the Statement of Financial Position?

  • Non-Current Assets
  • Non-Current Liabilities (correct)
  • Current Liabilities
  • Current Assets
  • Why is it important to distinguish between loans from partners and capital contributions?

    <p>All of the above. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When interest on a loan from a partner is due but not yet paid, how is this recorded in the partnership's books?

    <p>Debit Interest on Loan account, Credit Partner X Current account (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Partnership Loans

    • Partnerships can borrow from a partner if needed, treated like any other loan.
    • Loan interest is a business expense, not affected by profit/loss.
    • Loan repayment is at an agreed time.

    Loan Origination

    • Loan from partner: Debit bank account, Credit loan from partner X account.

    Loan Repayment

    • Repaying partner: Debit loan from partner X account, Credit bank account.
    • Position on financial statements: Loan as non-current liability.

    Interest on Loans

    • Paid interest: Debit interest on loan account, Credit bank account.
    • Unpaid interest:
      • Interest on loan due but not paid: Debit interest on loan account, Credit partner X current account.
      • Interest transferred: Interest on loan account is transferred to the debit of the income statement.

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    This quiz covers the concepts of partnership loans, including origination, repayment, and the treatment of interest. Understand how these financial elements affect accounting practices and financial statements. Test your knowledge on the management of loan accounts in partnerships.

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