CBSE Class 12 Accountancy Previous Year Question Paper 2020 (Delhi Set-3)
This is the CBSE Class 12 Accountancy Previous Year Question Paper for the 2020 Main Exam, Delhi Set-3. The paper comprises 32 questions divided into two parts: Part A and Part B. Part A is compulsory for all students. Part B offers a choice between 'Analysis of Financial Statement' and 'Computerized Accounting', and candidates must attempt only one option. The question paper includes various question types: very short answer (1 mark), short answer type-I (3 marks), short answer type-II (4 marks), long answer type-I (6 marks), and long answer type-II (8 marks). Internal choices are provided in some questions across different mark categories. Solving this board question paper is crucial for students to understand the exam structure, question difficulty, and marking scheme, thereby enhancing their preparation and performance in the upcoming board examinations.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE |
|---|---|
| Class | 12 |
| Subject | Accountancy |
| Session | 2020 |
| Language | English |
| Type | Previous Year Question Paper |
| Exam type | Board Exam |
Paper pattern
The question paper has 32 questions divided into two parts, with varying marks for different question types (1, 3, 4, 6, and 8 marks). Internal choices are available in some questions.
Topics covered
Paper topics
- Retirement of a partner
- Revaluation of assets and liabilities
- Share forfeiture
- Share re-issue
- Subscribed Capital
- Profit sharing ratio
- Admission of a partner
- Sacrificing ratio
Important topics
- Partnership Accounts
- Company Accounts
- Analysis of Financial Statements
- Computerized Accounting
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Question paper text
Accountancy Delhi (Set 3)
General Instructions:
Read the following instructions very carefully and strictly follow them:
- This question paper comprises two · PARTS - A and B. There are 32 questions in the question paper. All questions are compulsory.
- Part - A is compulsory for all candidates.
- Part - B has two options i.e. (i) Analysis of Financial Statement and
- Computerized Accounting. You have to attempt only one of the given OPTIONS.
- <u>Heading of the option</u> opted must be written on the Answer-Book before attempting the questions of that particular OPTION.
- Question number 1 to 13 and 23 to 29 are very short answer type questions carrying 1 mark each.
- Question number 14 and 30 are short answer type-I questions carrying 3 marks each.
- Question number 15 to 18 and 31 are short answer type-II questions carrying 4 marks each.
- Question number 19 to 20 and 32 are also long answer type-I questions carrying 6 marks each.
- Question number 21 and 22 are long answer type-II questions carrying 8 marks each.
- Answer should be brief and to the point. The answer of each part should be written at one place.
- There is no overall choice. However, an internal choice has been provided
in 2 questions of three marks, 2 questions of four marks, 1 question of six marks and 2 questions of eight marks. You have to attempt only one of the choices in such questions.
- However, separate instructions are given with each section and question, wherever necessary.
Question 1
In case of retirement of a partner, profit or loss on revaluation of assets and re- assessment of liabilities is distributed among _____ partners in _____ ratio.
Solution:
In case of retirement of a partner, profit or loss on revaluation of assets and re- assessment of liabilities is distributed among all existing partners in old profit sharing ratio.
Question 2
Vanya Ltd. forfeited 20,000 equity shares of ₹ 100 each for non-payment of first and final call of ₹ 40 per share. The maximum amount of discount at which these shares can be re-issued will be:
- ₹ 8,00,000
- ₹ 12,00,000
- ₹ 20,00,000
- ₹ 20,000
Solution:
Amount standing in the Share forfeiture A/c is ₹12,00,000; 20,000 equity shares at ₹60 (₹100 - ₹40) which is the maximum permissible discount on re-issue of the forfeited equity shares. So, the maximum amount of discount at which these shares can be re- issued will be ₹12,00,000.
Hence, the correct answer is option (b).
Question 3
What is meant by 'Subscribed Capital'?
Solution:
As per Section 2(86) of Companies Act, 2013, "subscribed capital" means such part of the capital which is for the time being subscribed by the members of a company. It is that part of Issued Capital that is actually subscribed by the general public.
Question 4
Bishan and Sudha were partners in a firm sharing profits and losses in the ratio of 5:3. Alena was admitted as a new partner. It was decided that the new profit sharing ratio of Bishan, Sudha and Alena will be 10:6:5. The sacrificing ratio of Bishan and Sudha will be:
- 5:3
- 25:78
- 6:5
- 2:1
Solution:
The correct answer is option (a).
Working Notes:
Calculation of Sacrificing Ratio:
Particulars Bishan Sudha
Frequently asked questions
What is this document?
This is the official CBSE Class 12 Accountancy Previous Year Question Paper from the 2020 Main Exam (Delhi Set-3).
What is the structure of the paper?
The paper has two parts (A and B), with Part A compulsory and Part B offering a choice between Analysis of Financial Statement and Computerized Accounting. It contains 32 questions of varying types and marks.
How does solving previous year papers help?
Solving previous year question papers helps students understand the board pattern, question types, marking scheme, and time management, leading to improved scores.
What is the total marks and duration for this paper?
The provided text details the marks for individual questions (1, 3, 4, 6, 8 marks) and mentions 32 questions in total, but the overall marks and duration are not explicitly stated in this extract.
Are there any choices available in the questions?
Yes, internal choices are provided in 2 questions of three marks, 2 questions of four marks, 1 question of six marks, and 2 questions of eight marks.
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