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2 ACCOUNTING (ANSWER BOOK) (EC/SEPTEMBER 2015)
QUESTION 1: COST ACCOUNTING
1.1 1.1.1 Direct labour cost
1.1.2 Factory overhead cost
1.1.3 Administration cost
1.1.4 Direct material cost
1.1.5 Selling and distribution cost 5
1.2 1.2.1 FACTORY OVERHEAD COST
Consumable stores 27 900
(31 080 – 3 180 )
Water and electricity 30 375
(37 220 + 3 280) x 75%
Insurance 10 005
(14 820 – 1 480 ) x 3/4
113 040
Factory salary
21 840
Sundry expenses
Operation (one part correct)
203 160
-1 foreign items (maximum – 2) 11
1.2.2 PRODUCTION COST STATEMENT – 28 FEBRUARY 2015
Direct material cost 748 000
Direct labour cost One part correct
(532 000 + 58 520 + 12 000 + 1 320 ) 603 840
1 351 840
203 160
1 555 000
142 400
1 697 400
(101 400)
Operation (subtracted)
Cost of production of finished goods 1 596 000 16
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1.3 Naidoo’s Toy Shop
1.3.1 Confirm that the break-even point for 2015 is correct by doing a
calculation.
(R54 x 2 640) 2 marks
142 560 = 2 741,5 or 2 742 units
R172 – R120
R52 (2 marks)
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1.3.2 Explain whether Naidoo should be concerned about the break-
even point for 2015. Quote relevant figures in your explanation.
Good explanation (with figures) satisfactory weak wrong “0”
She should be concerned because she failed to break even (made a loss)
BEP was 2 742 ; she only produced 2 640 units
3
1.3.3 Provide ONE reason each for the change in the direct material
cost per unit and the direct labour cost per unit.
Increase is greater than an inflationary increase.
Direct Could be wastage, poor workmanship (mistakes).
material cost Increased transport costs (carriage on purchased)
Not able to get bulk discounts due to reduced production
Disruptions in production due to strikes/load shedding.
Direct labour Less overtime worked.
cost More efficient machinery used in the production process.
4
Provide a suitable reason for the decrease in the break-even point
1.3.4
from 2014 to 2015.
Valid reason
Increase in variable costs. (raw materials specifically)
Maintaining the selling price at R172.
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4 ACCOUNTING (ANSWER BOOK) (EC/SEPTEMBER 2015)
QUESTION 2: BUDGETING
2.1 List TWO items on the Projected Income Statement provided, that
would not appear on a cash budget.
Any TWO
Cost of sales
Discount received
Depreciation
Trading stock deficit
2
2.2
120 000 – 75 000 = 45 000
A Gross profit (Two marks or nothing)
2
132 000 x 100/160 = 82 500 (one part correct)
B Cost of sales
Or: 132 000 x 62,5% or 132 000 – (132 000 x 37,5%)
4
2 400
/120 000 = 2%
C Advertising
132 000 x 2% = 2 640 (one part correct)
4
17 100 x 108% = 18 468 (one part correct)
D Salaries
Or 17 100 + 1 368 = 18 468
2
17 040
Net Profit (17 625 – 585) x 30% = 5 112
E after tax
17 040 – 5 112 = 11 928 (one part correct)
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2.3 2.3.1 The percentage increase in wages that the cleaners will receive
in December 2015.
176
(3 376 – 3 200) x 100 = 5,5% (one part correct)
3 200
4
2.3.2 The monthly salary due to the sales manager in December 2015.
(17 100 – 300) = 8 400 (8 400 + 300 ) x 108% = 9 396
2 (one part correct)
4
2.3.3 The total credit sales expected in December 2015.
(99 000 x 160% ) x 75% = 118 800 (one part correct) OR
132 000 X 120% = 158 400 X 75% = 118 800
3
2.3.4 The loan balance on 1 November 2015.
585 x 1200/9 = 78 000 (one part correct)
3
2.4 Refer to the actual figures for Depreciation and Trading stock deficit for
October 2015. In each case, provide a reason for the difference with the
budgeted figures.
Any reasonable answer
Depreciation Purchase of a new asset.
Calculation error (omission).
Any reasonable explanation
Trading stock
Unanticipated stock loss.
deficit
Random stock take revealed stock shortage.
Damaged goods noted and taken into account.
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6 ACCOUNTING (ANSWER BOOK) (EC/SEPTEMBER 2015)
2.5 Refer to the actual figures for October 2015.
Comment on any two expenses that were not well controlled by the
business. In each case, quote the relevant figures and give ONE
suggestion on how this expense can be more effectively managed.
EXPENSE COMMENT (with figures) SUGGESTION
Any TWO of : Comment and figure each Suggestion each
Maintenance Over budgeted/underspent. Adjust budget or use the money
(4 000 – 1 650) wisely to maintain the assets.
This could extend the lifespan
and productivity of the assets.
Telephone Overspent / under budgeted. Control usage or check for
(2 000 – 4 280) over 50% misuse. Budget correctly if
found to be necessary.
Advertising Underspent / over budgeted. Spend money allocated. Look at
2 400 – 1 900 different forms of advertising.
May result in better sales/profit.
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(EC/SEPTEMBER 2015) ACCOUNTING (ANSWER BOOK) 7
QUESTION 3: COMPANIES – FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
3.1 MATCHING ITEMS
3.1.1 C
3.1.2 E
3.1.3 D
3.1.4 A
3.1.5 B
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3.2 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS: NOTES
(a) FIXED ASSETS
BUILDING VEHICLES EQUIPMENT
750 000
Cost (1/3/2014) 0
375 500
Accumulated Depreciation (1/3/2014) (0) (450 000) (141 500)
300 000 234 000
CARRYING VALUE (1/3/2014) 0
MOVEMENTS:
2 500 000 24 800
Additions
-
(56 250)
Disposals -
-
(48 040)
Depreciation - (103 125)
140 625 210 760
CARRYING VALUE (28/2/2015) 2 500 000
Cost (28/2/2015) 2 500 000 562 500 400 300
(421 875)
Accumulated depreciation (28/2/2015) (0)
(189 540) 15
(b) ORDINARY SHARE CAPITAL
560 000 Issued shares on 1 March 2014 2 924 000
120 000 Additional shares issued during the financial year 816 000
(50 000) Shares re-purchased (50 000 x 5,50) (275 000)
630 000 Issued shares on 28 February 2015 3 465 000 10
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(c) RETAINED INCOME
Balance (1 March 2014) 89 000
Net profit after income tax (1 005 000 – 281 400 ) 723 600
Shares re-purchased (50 000 x 1,50 ) (75 000)
Ordinary share dividends (469 600)
Interim dividends (paid) 252 000
680 000 x 0,32 cents
Final dividends (recommended) 217 600
(one part correct)
Balance (28 February 2015)eration 268 000 12
(d) TRADE AND OTHER PAYABLES
Creditors control 203 900
Accrued expenses 19 220
Shareholders for dividends refer Note above (final dividends) 217 600
SARS: Income tax 25 500
Short term portion of loan 159 500 x 12/11 174 000
Operation (one part correct above) 640 220
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3.2.2 Calculate the net asset value per share (NAV) after the re-
purchase of shares.
See 3.2(b) see 3.2(c)
= 593 cents (one part correct) accept R5,93
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3.2.3 (a) As an existing shareholder, what factors/indicators would you
assess in determining whether R7,20 per share is an
acceptable issue price? Explain.
NAV: 593 cents in 2015
Market price of shares will a
lso give an indication of investor confidence. 4
(b) V. Slink owns 52% of the issued share capital. Calculate the
minimum number of shares she must purchase in order to
retain her position as the major shareholder.
(check 3.2 (b))
52% of 630 000 = 327 600 shares.
50% of 700 000 = 350 000 shares.
She needs (350 000 – 327 600) = 22 401shares
Or 51% of 700 000 : 357 000 – 327 600 = 29 400 shares 4
(c) V. Slink has suggested that, as a major shareholder, she
should be given the first option to purchase the additional
shares before they are advertised to the public. What should
the directors do?
Good explanation satisfactory weak wrong “0”
Must mention t
this is unethical. Not allowed by law. Insider trading.
The directors must apply the law to safeguard the integrity of the business. 3
3.2.4 Do buying back shares have any benefit for the company?
Explain. Provide TWO points.
Any TWO separate and valid explanations
It improves the NAV of shares which could impact positively on the market price of
shares.
If profits remain constant, then a higher EPS would be recorded which means better
dividends for existing shareholders.
Depending on the price offered to buy back the shares, the remaining shareholders
may be disadvantaged if a very generous price is offered.
The solvency and liquidity tests will be essential before shares are bought back.
This will also have to be assessed.
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10 ACCOUNTING (ANSWER BOOK) (EC/SEPTEMBER 2015)
QUESTION 4: CASH FLOW AND INTERPRETATION
4.1 4.1.1 Dividends paid:
300 000 x 56 cents = 168 000 (total dividends)
(42 000 + 168 000 – 66 000 ) = 144 000 (one part correct)
Accept different presentations of information such as T accounts, signs reversed etc. 5
4.1.2 Income tax paid:
- 8 800 + 75 600 – 12 500 = 54 300 (one part correct)
Accept different presentations of information such as T accounts, signs reversed etc.
4
4.1.3 Fixed assets purchased:
(1 505 400 – 1 201 500 + 64 000 + 23 500 )
= 391 400 (one part correct)
Accept different presentations of information such as T accounts, signs reversed etc. 5
4.1.4 Total investing activities:
See 4.1.3
(391 400) + 23 500 + (40 000) = (407 900) (one part correct)
4
4.1.5 Net change in cash and cash equivalents:
(17 500 – 2 000) + 23 900 = 39 400 (one part correct)
(15 500)
4
4.2 4.2.1 Stock holding period
148 100
= 37,2 days (one part correct)
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4.2.2 Debtors average collection period
67 850
= 31,2 days (one part correct)
793 600 6
4.2.3 Debt/equity ratio
740 000 : 1 006 800 0,74 : 1 (one part correct)
3
4.3 Comment on the management of stock (trading inventory). Quote TWO
relevant financial indicators (with figures) in your answer.
Any TWO valid financial Indicators (with figures) Valid comment
Stock turnover rate: was 11 times - dropped to 9,8 times.
Stock holding period was 33 days - increased to 37,2 days. (refer 4.2.1)
The current ratio also increased from 1,27 : 1 to 1,43 : 1
Stock is being held for a longer period / stock is being bought/sold less often than previously.
There is some degree of stock piling or could be reduced sales.
It could be argued that the business took advantage of bulk discounts or that the goods may
have a reasonable shelf life period. 6
4.4 Is the management of debtors and creditors effective? Explain. Quote
relevant financial indicators and/or figures in your answer.
Quoting financial indicators with figures : explanation for each indicator
Debtors average collection period: was 38 days now
Creditors’ average payment period: was 62 days now 65 days.
A good improvement on the collection policy of the business (close to the desired 30 days).
Depending on credit terms granted, it is wise to take the maximum permissible time to pay
back creditors (taking advantage of “short term financing”). As long as the business does not
incur any interest charges. It is also important to pay accounts on time to maintain credit-
worthiness. 6
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12 ACCOUNTING (ANSWER BOOK) (EC/SEPTEMBER 2015)
4.5 4.5.1 Comment on the earnings per share (EPS), the dividends per
share (DPS) and the return on shareholders’ equity (ROSHE) for
both companies.
6
4.5.2 Comment on the financial gearing of both companies. Explain
which company is making more use of loans and state whether it
is a good idea or not, for that company to do so.
Quoting relevant financial indicators (with figures) Valid comment
Debt/Equity ratio – Pixie Ltd (0,7 : 1), Vivi Traders Ltd (0,52 : 1)
Pixie Ltd is making greater use of loans than Vivi Traders Ltd.
ROTCE – Pixie Ltd 21,2%, Vivi Traders Ltd 10,8%
Pixie Ltd is making good use of the loan by obtaining a return that is greater than the current
interest rate (positive gearing). So it is a good idea to continue using the loan.
Vivi Traders is only achieving a return of 10,8% on capital employed. Clearly not making
effective use of the loan. It would be in their interest to start repaying that debt.
Note: Refer to answer in Question 4.2.3 – learners responses may be based on their
incorrect calculations. 4
4.5.3 Refer to the market value of the shares and the net asset value
per share. What advice would you offer John Cann about
investing in either company?
Quoting the relevant
n is making steady progress.
3
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(EC/SEPTEMBER 2015) ACCOUNTING (ANSWER BOOK) 13
QUESTION 5: VAT AND RECONCILIATIONS
VAT
5.1
5.1.1 Value added tax
5.1.2 (a) False
(b) False
5.1.3 Input VAT
4
5.2 5.2.1 Calculate the total credit sales for the period (excluding VAT).
12 320 x 100/14 = 88 000 (one part correct)
2
5.2.2 Taking into account the errors and omissions, calculate the
amount that is either payable to or receivable to SARS for VAT.
17 430 + 12 320 – 1 260 – 672 – 63 (27 755)
13 356 – 91 + 119 (13 384)
= 14 371 + 9 889 = 24 260 due to SARS
Accept different presentations of information such as T accounts, signs reversed etc.
11
5.2.3 The internal auditor, through a random check, discovered that
the owner, Joe, does not pay the full amount due to SARS on
due dates. On enquiry, Joe stated that he spends the money on
the business. What advice would you offer Joe concerning this
practice?
Good explanation satisfactory weak wrong Unethical business practice.
SARS obligations must be kept separate and dealt with immediately.
Could incur penalties if discovered by a SARS audit.
3
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14 ACCOUNTING (ANSWER BOOK) (EC/SEPTEMBER 2015)
5.3 CREDITORS RECONCILIATION:
CREDITORS
NO. STATEMENT
LEDGER ACCOUNT
BALANCE 5 350 12 540
i 540
ii (4 200 X 2) 8 400
iii 4 000
iv (250)
v (2 500)
TOTAL 14 040 14 040
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5.4 DEBTORS RECONCILIATION
5.4.1 Give TWO steps that the bookkeeper must follow when he/she
discovers a difference between the Debtors Control Account
and the Debtors List.
Any TWO valid steps
Reconciling debtors list with debtors control account.
Identify if the error affects the control account or the DL or both.
Identify if ONE, TWO or MORE accounts are affected.
Make GJ entries to correct posting errors (wrong debtors / amounts over or under
cast / wrong general ledger accounts)
For single entry errors (amounts) make the necessary corrections and adjust the
balances. 2
5.4.2 Calculate the correct balance of the Debtors Control Account
and the Debtors List by completing the table provided.
DEBTORS CONTROL ACCOUNT: Insert amounts only on the appropriate side.
DEBIT CREDIT
i 120
ii 90
iii 75
iv 530
v
If amount are placed in both columns -1 mark for the incorrect one
provided a mark was scored on that line. 5
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(EC/SEPTEMBER 2015) ACCOUNTING (ANSWER BOOK) 15
DEBTORS LIST: Show the adjustment amount next to each debtor. Final balance is
not necessary.
M. Mouse 4 510 + 90 – 1 320 – 50
D. Duck 3 270 + 75
K. Chicken 940 + 530
F. Fox 2 260 + 1 320
Amounts must have the correct signs (+/-) to score the mark. 6
5.4.3 (a) Explain why you would be concerned about the
management of debtors in this business. Quote relevant
figures in your answer.
Any TWO valid comments with figures.
11590/23 180 = 50% of debtors are more than 60 days overdue.
Only 20% of debtors are current (within the 30 days credit terms).
10% of debtors are likely to be written off as irrecoverable.
Debtors are not taking advantage of the 5% discount for early payments.
Collection policy needs to be more vigilant.
4
(b) Provide TWO internal control measures that the business
can use to improve the collection of money from debtors.
Any TWO valid explanations.
Division of duties – explained.
Shared responsibilities in preparing documents (statements, receipts,
invoices) and depositing of money.
If the organisation is big, could assign a set number of debtors per
employee. Could result in personalised service and constant monitoring.
A separate screening department (follow-up and approval of credit).
Computerised messages to inform debtors not up to date with payments.
For 1 mark each:
Send sms and reminders.
Charge interest on late payments (overdue accounts)
Give discounts for early payments. 4
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16 ACCOUNTING (ANSWER BOOK) (EC/SEPTEMBER 2015)
QUESTION 6: STOCK VALUATION AND PROBLEM SOLVING
6.1 Calculate the value of the closing stock using the first-in-first-out (FIFO)
method of stock valuation.
One part correct for all method marks
10
6.2 Calculate the cost of sales of the laptops sold.
51 000 + 329 360 – (3 x 4 740) – (4 x 5 650) – 101 180 = 242 360
14 220 22 600 (one part correct)
(6.1)
or
51 000 + 53 760 + (99 800 – 14 220) + (9 x 5 780) = 242 360
85 580 52 020
6
6.3 How would a change in policy impact on the financial reporting of the
business? Give ONE point.
Any reasonable answer
May result in a different closing stock figure for the balance sheet.
Wil result in a different gross profit figure for the income statement.
May impact on the amount of income tax payable/ may influence the EPS.
2
6.4 Taking into account the technology market, what advice can you offer
Max regarding his marketing strategy and his pricing policy? Provide
TWO points.
TWO valid points
Need to be aware of rapid changes in technology (goods may become obsolete).
May need constant upgrading of software.
Need to keep the different ranges (price levels) to cater for the different needs of
individuals.
Broaden the target market.
Stock and supply software and other computer accessories (complementary goods).
Provide an after-sales service such as repairs/maintenance. 4
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6.5 PROBLEM SOLVING
6.5.1 Identify a different problem (with relevant figures) in each of the
branches.
BRANCH PROBLEM (WITH FIGURES )
24 cash sets = R100 800 Only R79 800 deposited
MENLYN (shortfall of R21 000 :
High credit sales (54 600 is 31% of total sales)
Too high returns (12 sets)
MOORTON Only worked 73% of the normal and choose to cash in on the
overtime (52 hours)
Less than 50% of sets sold (after returns)
Very low sales volume (21/50) sets
VINCENT Low normal hours worked (102/160 hrs) and also do not like
overtime (maybe due to age) 6
6.5.2 Identify ONE branch that Siddie should consider closing down.
Provide a valid reason for your choice.
Branch Appropriate reason (Award mark for Branch name only of reason is relevant)
Moorton : High rent / average sales (turnover) / young, poor disciplined sales person
with too much returns.
Vincent : John is near retirement / working few hours/ no effort to increase sales 3
6.5.3 Give Siddie with ONE suggestion to address the problem
identified in QUESTION 6.5.1 for each of the other branches.
ny reasonable internal control measure for each branch
BRANCH INTERNAL CONTROL MEASURE
Sally is energetic but need to be audited
Menlyn regularly (checking sales and deposits)
Possibly change to another branch or division
o
f duties.
Time sheet for normal time / set targets /
Moorton minimise overtime hours / calculate
commission on net sales
Vincent Provide John with an assistant /set sales
targets / make a set number of hours for
overtime.
4
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