Xavier and Yolanda Have Original Investments of $50,000 and $100,000

question 53

Multiple Choice

Xavier and Yolanda have original investments of $50,000 and $100,000, respectively, in a partnership. The articles of partnership include the following provisions regarding the division of net income: interest on original investment at 20%; salary allowances of $27,000 and $18,000, respectively; and the remainder to be divided equally. How much of the net income of $81,000 is allocated to Xavier?

• A) $37,000
• B) $40,000
• C) $42,000
• D) $42,500

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