Accounting Grade 12 Eastern Cape Mock 2012 Memo

Province of the EASTERN CAPE EDUCATION NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE GRADE 12 SEPTEMBER 2012 ACCOUNTING MEMORANDUM MARKS: 300 This memorandum consists of 15 pages.

2 ACCOUNTING (MEMO) (SEPTEMBER 2012) GENERAL RULES: 1. Award full marks for the correct final answers. If the answer is incorrect, mark the workings provided. If a workings figure/amount is shown as a final answer, allocate the working mark. 2. “Method” marks are denoted by - In calculations and final totals, at least one part of the workings must be correct to earn the mark. - In cases where answers of previous questions must be used, check the transfer. - Ignore brackets on statements, but check the operation before awarding marks. 3. Where penalties are applied, the marks for that section cannot be a negative. (foreign items) 4. For questions requiring explanations and comments, award part-marks. A good explanation will normally mention and explain a point. Beware of alternative wording reflecting the same points. This marking guideline provides some explanations – they are not conclusive. Read the candidates’ responses and give credit for their interpretations. 5 Where appropriate/acceptable, accept recognisable abbreviations.

(SEPTEMBER 2012) ACCOUNTING (MEMO) 3 QUESTION 1 MANUFACTURING CONCERNS (45 marks ; 27 minutes) 1.1 Calculate the missing amounts denoted by (a) to (e) on the Statement and Notes below: (a) 156 x 350 = 54 600 32 736 + 54 600 = 87 336 (3) (b) 359 320 + 87 336 = 446 656 At least one part of the workings must be correct to score the (3) (c) for the answer, in each 446 656 + 178 544 = 625 200 case. Check the transfer of (3) (d) totals in (b), (c) and (d) 625 200 + 32500 – 630 500 = 27 200 (3) (e) 32 500 + 351 500 – 359 320 = 24 680 * *One mark for both amounts or total: 384 000 (3) 15 1.2 Note 2: Manufacturing Costs (Factory Overhead Costs) Indirect labour 42 500 Factory indirect material (2 260 + 48 190 – 3 250 ) 47 200 Insurance (19 600 x 60%) 11 760 5 Water and electricity (52 800 x /8) 33 000 Depreciation on factory plant and machinery 25 000 Sundry Factory Expenses 19 084 178 544 8 1.3 Calculate the unit costs of the finished goods produced. = R25 3

4 ACCOUNTING (MEMO) (SEPTEMBER 2012) 1.4 Calculate the Gross Profit for the year. Cost of Sales : Sales – Cost of sales = Gross Profit Finished goods Stock 1 069 600 – (67 680 + 630 500 – 82 960) b/d 67 680 615 220 630 500 c/d 82 960 = 454 380 5 1.5 Should the business be satisfied with: a) The total number of units produced this year? Substantiate. Yes. Produced more goods than the break-even number of units, therefore the business made a profit. Profit margin, however, needs to be compared with previous year to determine profitability. Any valid response 3 b) The break-even number of units compared to last year? Explain. No. It took more units to break-even this year. Could be as a result of increase in prices. The percentage increase, however, is much greater than the inflation rate suggesting that there could be some wastage etc. Any valid response 3 1.6 The internal auditor noticed that the overtime earnings represent a large percentage of total production wages. He requested that the production management investigate this matter. 1.6.1 Briefly outline the role of an internal auditor. Independent activity. Investigate, analyse and evaluate the internal controls in place. Test compliance to company and accounting principles. Note weaknesses and advise management on ways to improve processes. Any valid explanation 2 1.6.2 List TWO problems that the business may be experiencing with regard to overtime, and suggest an appropriate internal control measures that can be used to rectify the concern expressed by the internal auditor. Problems identified: Production levels may not be met during normal time. Poor supervision of workers in production. The company policy on overtime may not be clear or stringent. Ethical issues : Haphazard signing/authorisation of overtime Poor discipline of employees (time wastage, loitering, breaks etc.) Any other explanation (x2) Suggestion: Set production targets that must be completed during normal time (undertake time and motion studies to determine this). Limit overtime hours per worker, per month. Explore alternative methods of production/processes/layouts Rotate supervision, division of duties etc. Any other explanation (x2) 6 [45]

(SEPTEMBER 2012) ACCOUNTING (MEMO) 5 QUESTION 2 BUDGETS AND INTERPRETATION (55 marks ; 33 minutes) 2.1 List THREE items (on the budget prepared) that do not belong in a cash budget. (1) Cost of Sales Discount Allowed (2) Depreciation Bad Debts (3) Any three (one mark for each) 3 2.2 CREDITORS PAYMENT SCHEDULE FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDING 31 MARCH 2012 CREDIT JANUARY FEBRUARY MARCH PURCHASES NOVEMBER 126 400 18 960 DECEMBER 144 000 108 000 21 600 JANUARY 128 000 12 160 96 000 19 200 FEBRUARY 124 000 11 780 93 000 MARCH 124 800 11 856 CASH PAYMENTS TO CREDITORS 139 120 129 380 124 056 18 2.3 Explain why the advertising amounts in the projected income statement differ from that in the cash budget. The projected income statement apportions all nominal accounts equally for the entire financial year, whilst the cash budget would record the expense in the month it is to be paid. Any reasonable explanation (Good, satisfactory, poor) 3 2.4 Calculate the following: 2.4.1 The mark-up percentage on cost achieved for the year ended 31 December 2011. 2 466 000 – 1 972 800 = 493 200 (Gross Profit) 1 972 800 x = 25% 3 2.4.2 (a) 18 000 X 106% = 19 080 (2) (b) x = 2,5% 16 400 x 102,5% = 16 810 (3) (c) (266 870) : closing balance of the previous month (1) 6

6 ACCOUNTING (MEMO) (SEPTEMBER 2012) 2.4.3 The debtors’ average collection period for 2011 (in months). = x = 4 months May allocate part marks to the calculations (2 numerator and 2 denominator) 5 2.4.4 Using the acid test ratio for 2011, calculate the creditors balance on 31 December 2011. Debtors: Creditors + Bank Overdraft ½ (creditors + 40 000) = 94 280 94 280: Creditors + 40 000 Creditors = (94 280 x 2) – 40 000 0,5 : 1 188 560 – 40 000 = 148 560 5 2.5 Comment on whether you think that Freedom Traders is likely to experience liquidity problems. Motivate your answer by making reference to the ratios given. The current ratio indicates that they should not have liquidity problems as they have 4 times as many current assets to current liabilities. The acid test ratio, however, is only 0,5 : 1, indicating that they carry too much stock. This means that they will have liquidity problems if they are unable to sell their stock. They are likely to experience liquidity problems and therefore one can conclude that they are not managing their working capital efficiently. Any reasonable explanation highlighting the gist above. X2 current ratio explanation X2 acid test ratio explanation X2 comment about liquidity 6 2.6 Comment on the debtors’ collection and the creditors’ payment terms, and give a suggestion on how they could be managed differently. Comment: Creditors only allow 30 days credit. Debtors are taking 4 months to settle their debts. Because of their large stock balance and the poor debtors’ policy, they are tying up cash in working capital. Relying heavily on cash sales (90%) to meet cash obligations – also overdraft. Any other valid explanation Suggestion: They need to re-negotiate better terms with creditors to lighten cash burden. They have to provide incentives to debtors to pay early, or amend credit terms with debtors. Debtors, however, does not appear to be a large factor as it constitutes only 10% of sales. Any other valid explanation 4 2.8 The business plans to acquire a loan of R400 000 in March 2012. Explain why you think that this is either a wise decision or not. The loan is intended to relieve cash flow problems highlighted by the budget. (large overdraft) This budget is, however, incorrect as it includes cost of sales and other non-cash items which are misleading. The corrected budget may show that the loan is in fact not needed. Any other valid explanation 2 [55]

(SEPTEMBER 2012) ACCOUNTING (MEMO) 7 QUESTION 3 COMPANIES – FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (65 marks ; 39 minutes) 3.1 KR TRADERS LTD INCOME STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 29 FEBRUARY 2012. (454 300 – 2 700 ) or 2 Sales marks 451 600 Cost of sales (222 600) GROSS PROFIT 229 000 Other Income 39 985 Bad Debts recovered 840 Rent Income (45 500 – 6 500) 39 000 Provision for Bad Debts adjustment (decrease) 145 GROSS INCOME 268 985 Operating Expenses (199 385) Telephone 2 437 Audit fees 4 450 Bad Debts (2 142 + 353 ) or 2 marks 2 495 Insurance (6 540 – 1 875 ) 4 665 Stationery (1 777 – 147 ) or 2 marks 1 630 Directors Fees (157 500 + 4 500 ) 162 000 Bank Charges 383 Salaries 15 180 Trading Stock deficit (26 625 – 25 375) 1 250 Depreciation 4 890 Operating Profit 69 605 Interest income (5 775 + 1 925 + 250 ) 7 950 Profit before interest expense 77 555 Interest expense (3 525) NET PROFIT BEFORE TAX 74 030 Income tax (36 630) NET PROFIT FOR THE YEAR 37 400 36 Mark the final answers first (award full marks). If the final Misplaced items must be answer is incorrect, award the part marks within brackets. marked wrong. (interest). (-1) for each foreign item (Balance sheet accounts) max -3

8 ACCOUNTING (MEMO) (SEPTEMBER 2012) 3.2.1 RETAINED INCOME Balance on 1 March 2011 22 200 Net Profit…. after tax 37 400 (24 Ordinary Share Dividends 350) Paid/interim 10 350 Recommended/final 14 000 Balance on 28 February 2012 35 250 7 3.2.2 TRADE AND OTHER RECEIVABLES Debtors control (17 245 + 308 – 353 ) 17 200 Provision for Bad Debts (688) NET TRADE DEBTORS 16 512 Prepaid expenses (Insurance) 1 875 Accrued Income (Interest on investment) 1 925 7 700 – 5 775 SARS – Income Tax (37 000 – 36 630) 370 20 682 11 3.3 Calculate the earnings per share (EPS), and explain the usefulness of this financial indicator. 37 400 / 70 000 = 53c Indicates the profit made, per share – useful to compare with that of the previous year Check profitability, check alternative investment opportunities and competitors Check market prices (Stock exchange) and trends in the market. Any other valid explanation 5 3.4 Comment on the financial gearing of this company. Use an appropriate ratio or financial indicator in your explanation. Debt : Equity Ratio 47 500 : 451 000 (350 000 + 35 750 + 35 250) 0,105 : 1 accept 0,1 : 1 Business is lowly geared – not making much use of borrowed capital. Company raised more capital by issuing additional shares – it was however, safe to borrow additional capital – needs analysis: does the business need extra funding and the cost of borrowing (interest). Any valid explanation 6 [65]

(SEPTEMBER 2012) ACCOUNTING (MEMO) 9 QUESTION 4 CASH FLOW STATEMENT, RATIOS AND INTERPRETATION (60 marks ; 36 minutes) 4.1.1 OUTBACK LTD CASH FLOW STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 NOVEMBER 2011 NOTES CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES (a) 124 975 Cash generated from operations 1 1 043 225 Interest paid (36 850) Check transfer of amount from 4.1.2 Dividends paid (436 000) (128 000 + 308 000 ) Income Tax paid (2 000 – 450 000 +2 400 ) or (445 400) (-2 200 + 450 000 – 2 400 ) Must be an Mark one line consistently. Award the part marks for the outflow for mm calculations even if the final answer is incorrect. CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES (b) (155 000) Purchases of non-current assets (-1 841 625 – 56 000 – 85 000 + 1 742 625 ) or (240 000) (1 841 625 + 56 000 + 85 000 – 1 742 625 ) Must be an Mark one line consistently. Award the part marks for the outflow for mm calculations even if the final answer is incorrect. Proceeds from the sale of non-current assets 85 000 CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES (c) 174 000 Proceeds from the issue of shares 204 000 200 000 (Ord share Capital) + 4 000 (Share Premium) Proceeds/repayment of loans (30 000) (320 000 – 350 000) NET CHANGE IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS ** 143 975 Cash and cash equivalents (1 December 2010) (55 000) Cash and cash equivalents (30 November 2011) 88 975 ** check total : (a) + (b) + (c) or (CCE)balances 24

10 ACCOUNTING (MEMO) (SEPTEMBER 2012) 4.1.2 Note 1: CASH GENERATED FROM OPERATIONS Net Profit … before income tax 957 000 Adjustments for: Depreciation 56 000 Interest paid (19 250 + 17 600 ) 36 850 Profit before changes in working capital 1 049 850 Change in working capital (6 625) Increase/change in inventory (850 300 – 720 500) (129 800) Decrease/change in Debtors (560 000 – 480 000) 80 000 Decrease/change in creditors (423 500 – 380 325) 43 175 CASH GENERATED FROM OPERATIONS 1 043 225 16 *Accept appropriate alternatives for details such as Trade and Other.... or Account receivable.... 4.2.1 At what price were the additional shares issued? 2 200 000 – 2 000 000 = 200 000 204 000 / 80 000 104 000 – 100 000 = 4 000 = R2,55 4 4.2.2 Calculate the average return on shareholder’s equity for the year ended 30 November 2011. x 100 = 22,78 % or 22,8% Shareholders’ equity: (2 000 000 + 100 000 + 12 000 (OB) 2 200 000 + 104 000 + 35 000) (CB) 507 000 / 2 225 500 = 4 451 000 5 4.2.3 Explain whether you think the shareholders should be happy with the return on their investment. (Return on shareholder’s equity for 2010 was 17%) Higher than alternative investments such as fixed deposits (can mention the current interest rates offered by banks) or they can be compared with last year’s return of 17% and say that there was an improvement to last year. Any other valid explanation 2 4.2.4 Calculate the dividends per share (DPS) for the year ended 30 November 2011. (308 000 + 176 000) / 880 000 = 0,55 or 55c 484 000 2

(SEPTEMBER 2012) ACCOUNTING (MEMO) 11 4.2.5 Give a reason why you think the final dividend this year was much lower than the interim dividend. Made less profit than expected. Decided to use profits to re-invest in the business such as buying assets, upgrading etc. To pay debts, improve liquidity, eliminate overdrafts. Any reasonable explanation 2 4.2.6 The net asset value (NAV) for 2011 is 266c. Give ONE factor that causes the net asset value to increase. Increase in retained income (investment in increasing the retained income). Sale of shares at a higher premium (increasing share premium). Any one cause 2 4.2.7 If the market price of the shares of Outback LTD is 252c, would it be a wise decision to purchase them now? Explain. Yes: The NAV is 266c, which shareholders are likely to receive in the event of bankruptcy (liquidation). Shares are being sold for less so it could be a worthwhile investment. No: demand determines the market price – this low price indicates that there is no/reduced demand for the shares, hence the lower price. Need to examine why public are not interest in these shares. One good explanation 3 [60]

12 ACCOUNTING (MEMO) (SEPTEMBER 2012) QUESTION 5 RECONCILIATION and VAT (40 marks ; 24 minutes) 5.1 Creditors Reconciliation 5.1.1 Calculate the correct balance for Kay Lee Suppliers in the Creditors Ledger. Balance 36 804 Correction of error (2 880 – 2 280) 600 Posting error 1 690 Reversal of posting error 370 Taking into account of returns 370 Closing balance 34 974 Accept any arrangement offered by learners – award the allocated marks accordingly. At least one mark scored to receive the 6 5.1.2 CREDITORS RECONCILIATION STATEMENT ON 31 AUGUST 2012. Balance as per Statement 36 600 Omission of trade discount (9 120 x 5%) (456) Omission of cash discount for early payment (800) Credit note error on statement (incorrect returns) 606 Goods returned – not on statement (370) 34 974 6 At least one mark scored to receive the 5.2 Debtors 5.2.1 GENERAL LEDGER OF JP STORES BALANCE SHEET SECTION DEBTORS CONTROL (B6) 2011 2011 May 1 Balance b/d 21 670 May 31 Bank CRJ 12 530 * Sales 12 996 31 DJ Discount Allowed CRJ 470 (13 326 – 330 ) Bank CP 996 Debtors Allowances 2 712 DAJ (483 + 513 ) J (2 454 – 27 + 285 ) Sundry Accounts 594 Sundry Accounts 1 270 GJ GJ (537 + 57 ) (700 + 570 ) Balance c/d 19 274 36 256 36 256 19 274 June 1 Balance b/d * 1 mark for both amounts, or a total (13 000) 14

(SEPTEMBER 2012) ACCOUNTING (MEMO) 13 5.2.2 The credit controller realised that debtors’ allowance is high. What can the business do to reduce this balance? (Two points). Quality control – sell products of good quality. Prompt ordering and dispatch of goods. Guarantees and follow-up visits to check products (depending on what the product is). Outsource delivery, reduce handling etc. Any other valid explanation (x 2) 4 5.2.3 A debtor, who had been charged interest for three months, at 12% p.a. on his overdue account of R3 560, argued that this penalty was unfair because his most recent purchase of R1 250 was made in this month. Explain why you agree with him. That portion of his account is not overdue. The business needs to do age analysis and apply interest to the portions of the account that is overdue. The learner must mention Age Analysis. Any reasonable explanation 3 5.2.4 The business uses the invoice method to determine its VAT liability. Briefly describe this method. VAT is calculated taking into account cash and credit transactions and recorded in the month of the transactions. VAT return form is completed and submitted accordingly. Any reasonable explanation 3 Due to the cash flow problems experienced by the business, the owner decided to inflate the VAT Input on the VAT return form by R7 500. What implications would this have on the business and the owner? The VAT Input would have to be adjusted manually on the VAT return but the book records will reflect the total amount due. If audited by SARS, the business would be liable for additional penalties and fines applicable for falsifying the VAT return. The candidate may discuss the ethical issue of deliberately defrauding the state of its taxes. Any other reasonable explanation Two complete points (Good, satisfactory, fair) 4 [40]

14 ACCOUNTING (MEMO) (SEPTEMBER 2012) QUESTION 6 STOCK VALUATION AND ASSET MANAGEMENT (35 marks ; 21 minutes) 6.1 INVENTORY VALUATION 6.1.1 Perkin Stores uses the weighted average method to value their stock. Calculate the closing stock balance, using the above method. = R5 000 x 418 units = R2 090 000 4 6.1.2 Calculate the Gross Profit on TV sets sold for the year based on the weighted average method. * Cost of sales: 4 845 000 (Sales) – 2 550 000 510 units x 5 000 = 2 550 000 Gross Profit = 2 295 000 * (depending on the weighted average calculated) 3 6.1.3 Perkin is considering a change to the FIFO method to value his stock. Calculate the Gross Profit using this method. Cost of sales : 228 x 4 300 = 980 400 Sales – cost of sales = Gross profit 190 x 4 750 = 902 500 4 845 000 – 1 882 900 = 2 962 100 Total: 1 882 900 4 6.1.4 In your opinion, which is the more appropriate method to use? Give a reason for your answer. FIFO This is the preferred method for large items where individual costs vary and fewer purchases are made each year, and they can be easily controlled. Weighted average is more suited for low-value items produced/purchased in bulk. One valid explanation 3 6.1.5 Although Perkin is contended to sell the same brand TV sets, he did notice the significant difference between the number of units he had at the beginning of the year, and his closing balance. Explain why he should be concerned about this trend, and provide TWO suggestions on how he can remedy this situation. Why he should be concerned: The cost of the products is decreasing significantly due to other more up-to-date products entering the market. Technological changes make the more modern products desirable causing a decrease in the demand for Perkin’s TV sets. Danger of redundant/obsolete products – insurance may not provide cover for out dated items Any other reasonable explanation Suggestions: Consider expanding his range of products and offer other after sales services. Decrease profit mark-up percentage to increase sales – cut losses now. Any reasonable suggestions 6

(SEPTEMBER 2012) ACCOUNTING (MEMO) 15 6.2 ASSET MANAGEMENT 6.2.1 Calculate the cost of the vehicle disposed. (a) Vehicles 175 000 + 120 000 – 200 000 = 95 000 Balance 175 000 Disposal 95 000 New 120 000 Balance 200 000 4 6.2.2 Provide suitable details for (b) and (c) in the asset disposal account. (b) Profit on sale of asset (c) Creditors’ Control (because of the trade-in) 2 6.2.3 Calculate the profit on disposal on the vehicle above. (55 225 + 45 000) – 95 000 = 5 225 4 6.2.4 The business uses the diminishing balance method (carrying value) to calculate depreciation. Calculate the depreciation rate (percentage). (95 000 – 52 000) x x = 3 225 (55 225 – 52 000) = 30% 5 [35] TOTAL: 300