Accounting Multiple Choice Question – 26 February 2024

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Alex the sole trader had receivables of £2,700 as at 1 December and during December made cash sales of £7,200, credit sales of £16,500 and received £15,300 from his credit customers.

The balance on Alex’s receivables account at the end of December was?

Select ONE answer:

  1. £1,500
  2. £3,900
  3. £8,700
  4. £11,100

Show your workings to arrive at your answer, and explain and justify your reasons:

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This multiple-choice question is suitable for Accounting KS5 classes.

The answer is 2

  1. Not correct
  2. Correct – Bal b/d £2,700 + £16,500 credit sales – £15,300 payments = £3,900
  3. Not correct
  4. Not correct

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