Inventory problem

RishebhKumar (Studying) (128 Points)

22 May 2012  

Invertory Problem

Q1. C Ltd. Recorded the following information as on March 31,2005.

Stock as on April01,2004------------------80000

Purchases------------------------------------160000

Sales ------------------------------------------200000

It is noticed that goods worth Rs.30000 were destroyed due to fire. Against this, the insurance company accepted the claim of Rs.20000

The company sells goods at cost plus 33.33%.The value of closing inventory, after taking into account the above transaction is

 

Ans. Opening + Purchases – Closing stock = cost of goods sold

80000 + 160000 –closing stock =

I couldn't solve it further and don't know the adjustment of loss by fire and insurance claim

Plz solve and explain it

Thank you