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Books of Prime Entry and Ledgers

Quick questions on Source documents: N(A)-Level Principles of Accounts

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What is trade discount?
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An invoice may show a trade discount, a reduction off the list price for buying in bulk or as a trade customer. Trade discount is deducted before recording: you record the net amount and never show the discount in the ledger. This is different from cash (settlement) discount, which is for prompt payment and is recorded.
What is q1?
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State the source document for goods bought on credit. [1 mark]
What is q2?
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An invoice shows \600ofgoodsless of goods less 25\%$ trade discount. State the amount recorded. [2 marks]
What is q3?
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Explain the difference between a credit note issued and a credit note received. [2 marks]

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