Sol and Joe Are Partners Sharing Profits and Losses in a 3:2

question 24

Multiple Choice

Sol and Joe are partners sharing profits and losses in a 3:2 ratio for Sol and Joe, respectively. Their capital balances are $17,000 and $19,000, respectively. The partners agree to admit Dan for $16,000 for a 25% interest in the partnership. Joe's capital balance after admitting Dan is:

• A) $17,000.
• B) $20,800.
• C) $19,160.
• D) $3,000.

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