# Accounting Grade 12 NSC Supplementary 2016 Memo (English) > Grade 12 Accounting memorandum from the NSC Supplementary Exam 2016 (English), 16 pages. Read online or download the free PDF. - Page: https://www.hlayiso.com/library/accounting-feb-march-2016-memo-eng/2e23f9bd-fee9-4809-ad34-5954234bf7f6 - Updated: 2026-09-27 - Subject: Accounting - Grade: Grade 12 - Document type: Memorandum - Year: 2016 - Exam period: NSC Supplementary Exam - Curriculum: CAPS - Pages: 16 Breadcrumbs: [Home](https://www.hlayiso.com/) › [Library](https://www.hlayiso.com/library) › [Grade 12](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/grade-12) › [Accounting](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/grade-12/accounting) › [Accounting Grade 12 NSC Supplementary 2016 Memo (English)](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/accounting-feb-march-2016-memo-eng/2e23f9bd-fee9-4809-ad34-5954234bf7f6) ## About this document Accounting · Grade 12 · NSC Supplementary Exam · 2016. Memorandum, 16 pages. Read online or download the PDF. Read it free online on the page above; download the PDF from there. ## Document text Text extracted from the PDF. Layout, diagrams and tables may not survive extraction. ### Page 1 Downloaded from hlayiso.com NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE GRADE 12 ACCOUNTING FEBRUARY/MARCH 2016 MEMORANDUM MARKS: 300 MARKING PRINCIPLES: 1. Penalties for foreign items are applied only if the candidate is not losing marks elsewhere in the question for that item (no foreign item penalty for misplaced item). No double penalty applied. 2. Full marks for correct answer. If the answer is incorrect, mark the workings provided. 3. If a pre-adjustment figure is shown as a final figure, allocate the part-mark for the working for that figure (not the method mark for the answer). 4. Unless otherwise indicated, the positive or negative effect of any figure must be considered to award the mark. If no + or – sign or bracket is provided, assume that the figure is positive. 5. Where indicated, part-marks may be awarded to differentiate between differing qualities of answers from candidates. 6. This memorandum is not for public distribution, as certain items might imply incorrect treatment. The adjustments made are due to nuances in certain questions 7. Where penalties are applied, the marks for that section of the question cannot be a final negative. 8. Where method marks are awarded for operation, the marker must inspect the reasonableness of the answer before awarding the mark. 9. In awarding method marks, ensure that candidates do not get full marks for any item that is incorrect at least in part. 10 Codes: f = foreign item; p = placement/presentation. This memorandum consists of 16 pages. Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 2 Downloaded from hlayiso.com Accounting 2 DBE/Feb.–Mar. 2016 NSC – Memorandum QUESTION 1 1.1 Explain how the Creditors' Reconciliation Statement can assist the business in terms of their internal control measures. State TWO points. TWO valid points  • It will assist the business in detecting errors/omissions in their books. • It will show errors/omissions in the statement received. • Detect fraudulent activities and take action 4 1.2 Calculate the correct balance of Pikor Suppliers in the Creditors' Ledger Account of Machu Traders. Show the changes to the figure R116 400. (5 400 x 2) 116 400+ 780 - 480- 27 300 - 810- 10 800 = 77 790one part correct 12 1.3 Creditors' Reconciliation Statement for Pikor Suppliers on 30 April 2015. Details Amount Balance per statement of account 121 800  Credit amount to correct invoice over stated (30 000)  Debit amount wrongly credited 84 000  Transfer of balance (3 600)  Credit payment after statement date (93 000)  Credit discount after statement date (1 410)  Correct balance one part correct 77 790  10 Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 3 Downloaded from hlayiso.com Accounting 3 DBE/Feb.–Mar. 2016 NSC – Memorandum 1.4 The owner of Machu Traders is not completely satisfied with the service and quality of goods received from Pikor Suppliers. Suggest TWO factors he should consider before changing suppliers. TWO valid factors  • The credit terms offered • Will they offer discount for early payments • Will alternative supplier be able to meet the demands of the business • The quality of the products they are able to deliver 4 TOTAL MARKS 30 Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 4 Downloaded from hlayiso.com Accounting 4 DBE/Feb.–Mar. 2016 NSC – Memorandum QUESTION 2 2.1 CONCEPTS 2.1.1 False  2.1.2 False  2.1.3 True  3 2.2 STAR WHEELS MANUFACTURERS 2.2.1 DIRECT LABOUR COST Basic salary (14 x 7 000)  x 12  1 176 000  98 000 one part correct Overtime (14 x 144)  x 65  131 040  UIF contributions (1 176 000 x 1%) (1% of basic) 11 760  one part correct 1 318 800  9 FACTORY OVERHEAD COST Indirect materials one part correct 36 500  (13 200 + 38 400  – 15 100 ) Salaries: foreman 156 000  Electricity and water (104 000 x 90%) 93 600  Rent expense (115 200 x 600/1 500) 46 080  Insurance (74 200 x 3/7) 31 800  Depreciation: factory plant and machinery 277 220  operation 641 200  13 2.2.2 PRODUCTION COST STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2015. Direct (raw) materials cost 2 100 000 Direct labour cost see 2.2.1 1 318 800  Prime cost operation 3 418 800  Factory overhead costs see 2.2.1 641 200  Total manufacturing cost operation 4 060 000  Work-in-process (beginning of year) 160 000 operation 4 220 000  Work-in-process at end operation (220 000)  Cost of production of finished goods 4 000 000  (4 015 000  + 95 000  – 110 000 ) one part correct 10 Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 5 Downloaded from hlayiso.com Accounting 5 DBE/Feb.–Mar. 2016 NSC – Memorandum 2.3 NUTRITIOUS EATS 2.3.1 Calculate the break-even point for the year ended 31 October 2015. 736 000 = 61 333 or 61 334 units one part correct (28 – 16) 12 4 2.3.2 Should the business be satisfied with the number of units that they have produced and sold during the current financial year? Explain. Quote figures. Yes/No  Reason with figures  Reasons for Yes The business sold (64 000 – 61 334) 2 666 units more than the break-even point. Reasons for No The business sold (78 000 – 60 000) 18 000 more than the break- even point in the previous financial year. Production decreased from 78 000 – 64 000 3 2.3.3 Give TWO possible reasons for the increase in the direct material cost per unit in the current financial year. Any two suitable reasons  • Due to the effects of inflation, price of raw materials increased. • Storage costs. • Raw material obtained from new suppliers. • Increase in wastage • Increase in carriage 4 2.3.4 Craig suggests that, in order to improve financial results in the new financial year, the quantity of cereal per box must be reduced by 10% and the selling price must remain the same. Give TWO valid reasons why he should not do this. Any TWO valid reasons   • It is not ethical and would lead to a decrease in the customers once this information becomes public knowledge. • This is deliberate product shrinkage to gain higher profits. Could lead to legal action against the business. • Product may be removed from the shelves if the contents of the product do not correspond with the information on the package. 4 TOTAL MARKS 50 Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 6 Downloaded from hlayiso.com Accounting 6 DBE/Feb.–Mar. 2016 NSC – Memorandum QUESTION 3 3.1 VAT CONCEPTS 3.1.1 Output VAT  3.1.2 South African Revenue Services (SARS)  3.1.3 0% (Zero)  3 3.2 VAT CALCULATIONS Calculate the correct amount of VAT the business has to pay. Show ALL workings. 43 820  + (1 330  + 2 604 + 112 + 756 ) – (184  + 6 818 ) 4 802 7 002 = 41 620  One part correct OR 43 820 + 1 330 + 2 604 + 112 + 756 – 184 - 6 818 OR -43 820 - 1 330 - 2 604 - 112 - 756 + 184 + 6 818 VAT CONTROL 184 43 820 6 818 1 330 41 620 2 604 112 756 48 622 48 622 12 3.3 INVENTORY VALUATION 3.3.1 (a) Calculate the closing stock of Johx watches on 31 August 2015. 1 x 6 500 5 x 6 800 2 x 7 300 3 x 7 800 6 500  + 34 000  + 14 600  + 23 400  = 78 500  One part correct 5 (b) Calculate the cost of sales of Johx watches for the year ended 31 August 2015. OR 330 000 two marks 78 000  + 252 000  – 78 500  (see above) 71 500 (11 x 6 500) 68 000 (10 x 6 800) = 251 500  One part correct 73 000 (10 x 7 300) 39 000 (05 x 7 800) OR 251 500 440 125 x 100/175 = 251 500 (1 mark) (2 marks) (1 mark) 4 Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 7 Downloaded from hlayiso.com Accounting 7 DBE/Feb.–Mar. 2016 NSC – Memorandum (c) Calculate the average stock-holding period (in days) of Johx watches on 31 August 2015. 78 250 2 marks see 3.3.2 ½ (78 000 + 78 500) x 365 = 113,6 days  One part correct 251 500  see 3.3.2 4 3.3.2 (a) Calculate the closing stock of Kwatz watches for the year ended 31 August 2015. 304 150 (3 marks) 32 300 + 259 900  + 11 950  95 + 675  770 (2 marks) = 395 395 x 92  = 36 340  One part correct 7 (b) Calculate the sales of Kwatz watches on 31 August 2015. (770 – 92) = 678 (units sold) 678 x R520 = 352 560 One part correct 3 3.3.3 Explain why the business uses different methods to value each type of watch. State ONE valid point. One valid point  • Johx is sold at a high value. Small quantities are purchased. • Each item can be monitored individually. • The value is continuously changing. Kwatz is sold at a low value. Large quantities are purchased. The value of each watch is almost constant. 2 TOTAL MARKS 40 Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 8 Downloaded from hlayiso.com Accounting 8 DBE/Feb.–Mar. 2016 NSC – Memorandum QUESTION 4 4.1 MUSICA LIMITED INCOME STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2015 Sales (8 412 000 – 112 000 – 1 600) One part correct 8 298 400  Cost of sales (4 595 000 – 900) (4 594 100)  Gross profit 6 3 704 300  Other income Check operation 166 380  Commission income 64 140 Rent income (87 720+ 6 000 + 8 520 ) 102 240  Gross income 7 3 870 680  Operating expenses Check operation (2 775 880)  Sundry expenses 257 400 Bank charges 41 905 Audit fees 75 600 Packing material (15 400 – 2 400 ) 13 000  Repairs and maintenance (107 500 + 6 000 ) 113 500  Director's fees (736 000+ 32 000) Check operation 768 000  Salaries and wages (1 020 000 + 18 500 ) Check operation 1 038 500  Employer's contributions (156 000 + 5 050 ) 161 050  Bad debts(17 600 + 2 475) Check operation 20 075  Provision for bad debts adjustments 850  Trading stock deficit (376 000  + 900 – 369 100) 7 800  Depreciation 30 278 200  Operating profit Check operation 1 094 800  Interest income 3 000 Profit before interest expense Check operation 1 097 800  Interest expense (540 800 + 100 800 – 601 600) One part correct (40 000)  Net profit before tax 1 057 800  Income tax (300 300) Net profit after tax Check operation 7 757 500  50 Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 9 Downloaded from hlayiso.com Accounting 9 DBE/Feb.–Mar. 2016 NSC – Memorandum 4.2 TRADE AND OTHER RECEIVABLES Debtors' control (125 000  – 1 600 – 2 025 – 2 475) (4 500 2 marks) 118 900  One part correct Provision for bad debts (8 000)  110 900 Accrued income/Receivable see Rent income 8 520  SARS – Income tax 14 700  134 120  10 4.3 AUDIT REPORT 4.3.1 The audit report is an example of a/an (qualified/unqualified/disclaimer of opinion) audit report. Disclaimer of opinion 1 4.3.2 Who is the audit report addressed to? Give a reason for your answer. Shareholders They are the owners of the company and have appointed the auditors 2 4.3.3 Explain why it is likely that this audit report will have a negative effect on the value of the shares of this company on the JSE. Any valid explanation • The value of the shares will decrease • Shareholders lose confidence in the company and might sell their shares • Potential shareholders would not want to invest in this company 2 TOTAL MARKS 65 Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 10 Downloaded from hlayiso.com Accounting 10 DBE/Feb.–Mar. 2016 NSC – Memorandum QUESTION 5 5.1 ASSET DISPOSAL Accumulated 2015 120 000 2015 46 560 31 Equipment  31 depreciation on Aug. Aug. One part  equipment  correct (38 400 + 8 160) Bank  73 440  120 000 120 000 9 5.2 No. Calculation Amount (a) 3 900 000 - 2 000 000 1 900 000 (b) 900 000 – 470 000 430 000 (c) Sold: 8 160  see 5.1 (3 marks) 92 840 New: 20% x 150 000 x 6/12 = 15 000 (One part correct) Old: (780 000 – 431 600) x 20% = 69 680 348 400 (2 marks) 12 5.3.1 Calculate the income tax paid. 1 240 000 – 892 800 - 347 200+ 17 400 + 35 700 = - 294 100  (One part correct) or + 347 200 - 17 400 - 35 700 = + 294 100 5 5.3.2 Calculate the net change in cash and cash equivalents. 549 580  + 92 000  = 641 580  One part correct (110 000 – 18 000) 4 Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 11 Downloaded from hlayiso.com Accounting 11 DBE/Feb.–Mar. 2016 NSC – Memorandum 5.4 Cash effects on financing activities Proceeds from shares issued 1 350 000 (300 000 x R4,50) Buy back of shares (40 000 x R4,30) One part correct (172 000)  Mortgage loan 1 550 000  One part correct 2 728 000 7 5.5.1 Calculate the net asset value per share. 5 950 800 x 100 = 396,7 cents  One part correct 1 500 000 1 OR 5 950 800 x 100 = 407,6 cents 1 460 000 1 3 5.5.2 Calculate the return on average shareholders' equity. 892 800  x 100 = 17,3% One part correct ½ (5 950 800 + 4 345 000) 1 (5 147 900 – 3 marks) 5 5.5.3 Calculate the debt-equity ratio. 1 950 000 : 5 950 800  0,3: 1  One part correct 3 Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 12 Downloaded from hlayiso.com Accounting 12 DBE/Feb.–Mar. 2016 NSC – Memorandum 5.6.1 The directors are not satisfied with the liquidity position. Quote and explain THREE relevant financial indicators (with figures) to support this statement. Ratio    Trend and figures    • Current ratio increased from 1,8 : 1 in 2015 to 3,3 : 1 in 2016 • Acid test ratio increased from 1,2 : 1 in 2015 to 1,6 : 1in 2016 • The stock turnover rate declined from 5 times in 2015 to 3 times in 2016 Do not accept Debtors' Collection and Creditors' Payment Period 6 5.6.2 The directors decided to increase the loan during the current financial year. Explain why this was a good decision. Quote and explain TWO financial indicators (with figures) in your answer. Ratio   Figures and trend   Comment beyond trend   ROTCE • This has increased from 21,2% to 24,2% • Positively geared as ROTCE is higher than interest rate (10,5%) DEBT-EQUITY RATIO • This has increased from 0,09 : 1 to 0,33 : 1 see 5.5.3 • Low financial risk/not making much use of loans. Relies more on own funds 8 Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 13 Downloaded from hlayiso.com Accounting 13 DBE/Feb.–Mar. 2016 NSC – Memorandum 5.6.3 The directors were pleased with the price that the company paid to buy back the 40 000 shares. Give a suitable reason why the directors felt that way. Quote relevant financial indicators (with figures) to support your answer. Reason Relevant figure  Paid R4,30 per share to buy back shares. This is lower than the market value per share (2015 – 480 cents; 2016 – 505 cents). (not a big difference to the NAV – 362 cents and 408 cents) Average issue price was R3,70. Purchased at a lower price than the issue price of the additional shares. (R4,50) 3 TOTAL MARKS 65 Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 14 Downloaded from hlayiso.com Accounting 14 DBE/Feb.–Mar. 2016 NSC – Memorandum QUESTION 6 6.1 KOBUS HARDWARE 6.1.1 Calculate the missing amounts indicated by (a) to (e) in the Cash Budget for March and April 2016. Calculation Amount 28 000 ÷ 7% x 60  One part correct 240 000  (a) R28 250 x 90/10 One part correct R254 250 (b) 6000  One part correct 6 330  (c) (3 000 x 2) x 105,5%  180 000 ÷ 24 R7 500 (d) 180 000 x 10,5% x 1/ 12  One part correct R1 575 (e) 17 6.1.2 Complete the Debtors' Collection Schedule. CREDIT SALES MARCH APRIL FEBRUARY 152 000  76 000 MARCH 160 000  80 000 6.1 ÷ 60 x 40 68 400 50% of March credit sales APRIL 158 400 158 400 x 45% x 95% 67 716 144 400 147 716 operation 8 6.1.3 Calculate the percentage increase in sundry expenses. 2 190  (89 790 – 87 600) = 2,5%  One part correct 87 600  4 Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 15 Downloaded from hlayiso.com Accounting 15 DBE/Feb.–Mar. 2016 NSC – Memorandum 6.1.4 The Cash Budget for March and April 2016 indicates that this business will face serious financial difficulties. Identify TWO items to support this statement. Quote relevant figures. Item   Figures   • The overdraft in March is R75 300 and April is R44 900. (This exceeds the overdraft limit of R40 000 as approved by bank.) • The business is going to acquire a loan of R180 000 in April 2016. 4 6.1.5 Explain why each of the items reflects a problem for the business and advise Kobus regarding each case. Item Explanation Any two valid reasons   Alternative valid answers acceptable Collection • Collections are much lower than expected. from debtors • This will cause a cash flow problem. • Internal control of debtors is poor. Any two valid reasons   Alternative valid answers acceptable • These are a lot lower than they should have been. Payments to • Suppliers will stop selling to the business. creditors • Interest can be charged by the creditors. • Poor credit rating for the business. Any two valid reasons   Alternative valid answers acceptable • The policy will lapse (risk of being uninsured). Insurance • It will be difficult to replace assets. • There could be an increase in premiums in future. Any two valid reasons   Alternative valid answers acceptable • This puts strain on meeting more important business expenses. • This creates a further cash flow problem. Drawings • It is not ethical for the owner to draw more money while the business is struggling. (Increased loans, overdraft) (4 x 2) 8 Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 16 Downloaded from hlayiso.com Accounting 16 DBE/Feb.–Mar. 2016 NSC – Memorandum 6.2 MANAGEMENT OF FIXED ASSETS Identify ONE problem regarding each vehicle/driver. Quote figures to support your answers. Give Kobus ONE point of advice for EACH problem identified. Problem with figures Advice Problem       Figures    Leroy was absent for 8 days./ Investigate the reason Vehicle 1 He is the highest paid driver, for his absence./Only (Leroy) R8 000 where other drivers earn pay for the number of R5 000. days at work. Fred is travelling too many Possible disciplinary kilometres (4 600 km for 80 trips action against Fred for = 58 km per trip) which is higher unauthorised use of Vehicle 2 than the maximum of 40 km per vehicle./Improve (Fred) customer./He is travelling more internal control over the km than Bheki (4 200 compared use of the vehicles. to 2 800 km) but doing fewer trips (70 compared to 110). Bheki is doing the most number Consider replacing this Vehicle 3 of trips (120) but his vehicle is vehicle as it is (Bheki) the oldest and the most expensive to maintain. expensive to run (R0,81 per km). 9 TOTAL MARKS 50 TOTAL: 300 Copyright reserved ## Related documents - [2016 KZN June Memo](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/2016-kzn-june-memo/f370d234-2813-4e5b-8c39-f416ea0e8128) — Accounting · Memo · 2016 - [ACC-March-QP Memo-2016](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/acc-march-qp-memo-2016/b9725163-4320-4137-978f-c35a3ba2b335) — Accounting · Memo · 2016 - [Accounting Feb March 2017 Memo Afr](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/accounting-feb-march-2017-memo-afr/7a152001-7faf-4ef1-b555-2b3684b8b2de) — Accounting · Memo · 2017 · Afr - [Accounting Feb March 2017 Memo Eng](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/accounting-feb-march-2017-memo-eng/f4ca2f8c-4acd-4a6a-a42a-1a6917f73109) — Accounting · Memo · 2017 · Eng - [ACCN GR12 SEPT2016 AFR QP](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/accn-gr12-sept2016-afr-qp/60974d99-7967-406d-8a25-f56fbba8eb17) — Accounting · QP · 2016 · Afr - [2016 KZN June QP](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/2016-kzn-june-qp/50bf5b89-0bac-4f5b-915d-dd2ca2def2ce) — Accounting · QP · 2016 ## More from Grade 12 Accounting - [Accounting](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/accounting/8f42a6a4-9593-4d36-86b1-d890dd1bb1bf) — Guide - [ACCOUNTING P1 GR12 AB JCT ENG D watermark](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/accounting-p1-gr12-ab-jct-eng-d-watermark/77ae8297-53f7-47b3-8e29-57bd38f30483) — Addendum · 2025 · Eng - [ACCOUNTING P1 GR12 QP JCT 2025 AFR D watermark](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/accounting-p1-gr12-qp-jct-2025-afr-d-watermark/c6a5692b-3cb0-464b-bb82-67d6ce83bfdd) — QP · 2025 · Afr - [ACCOUNTING P1 GR12 QP JCT 2025 ENG D watermark](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/accounting-p1-gr12-qp-jct-2025-eng-d-watermark/84d92eb0-f5bd-4442-bb6d-c55cdc52e25d) — QP · 2025 · Eng - [ACCOUNTING P2 QP GR12 JCT 2025 ENG D watermark](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/accounting-p2-qp-gr12-jct-2025-eng-d-watermark/13425f71-aba6-4328-b084-d9b108884315) — QP · 2025 · Eng - [Accounting P1 (English) June 2025 Answer Book](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/accounting-p1-english-june-2025-answer-book/7e96e433-56f8-43a1-9a38-c68c465746dd) — Addendum · 2025 · Eng ## Collection - [Grade 12 past papers](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-12/past-papers) --- Hlayiso: free CAPS and IEB past papers, memos, notes and study guides for South African learners. 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