A-LevelAccountingIncome Statement CalculationsOct/Nov 2010Paper 1 Q111 Mark
For the eleven months ended 31 August 2009, snack bar takings were correctly recorded at $109 340. For September 2009, the snack bar takings were mixed up with other income. The snack bar profit margin was 30.%.%. The table shows figures for the snack bar for September 2009. [Table showing opening inventory (stock) at cost $6 303, purchases $8 844, closing inventory (stock) at cost $7 370] What was the gross profit of the snack bar for the year ended 30 September 2009?
A$27 566
B$36 135
C$36 593
D$43 912
✓ Correct Answer
The correct answer is B: $36 135
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Award 1 mark for identifying the correct principle. Award 1 mark for showing clear working. Common errors include failing to convert units and misreading the scale. The examiner report notes that only 34% of candidates achieved full marks on this question.
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