Accounting Grade 12 Study Guide 2023
Accounting Grade 12 Study Guide 2023
ACCOUNTING
QUESTIONS
2023
PAPER 1
MARKING GUIDELINE
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Accounting 2023 2 Paper 1
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Accounting 2023 3 Paper 1
QUESTION 1
SE + NCL + CL 10
Accept total reflected at the top
9 534 500
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Accounting 2023 6 Paper 1
QUESTION 2
2.1 Calculate the value of the closing stock of formal suits that was omitted
from the stock sheets on 30 June 2021.
WORKINGS ANSWER
230 – 24 240 – 206 / if both unit totals add up to 240
(206 x R2 850) + (34 x R2 600) R675 500
one part correct
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2.2 Calculate: Correct net profit after tax for the year ended 30 June 2021.
Indicate '+' for increase and '–' for decrease.
Balance at beginning
Net profit after tax see 1.2 3 474 800
Shares repurchased ignore workings (78 000)*
Dividends for the year ignore workings (1 170 000)*
Balance at end 3 240 000
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Accounting 2023 7 Paper 1
JIMO LTD
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION ON 30 JUNE 2021
ASSETS
NON-CURRENT ASSETS
Fixed assets
Financial assets
CURRENT ASSETS 8 700 000
Inventories 4 198 500+ 675 500 – 14 000 4 860 000 *
see 2.1
Trade and other receivables
(3 668 810 + 8 000 + 123 600 + 11 000 ) 3 811 410 *
audit fees transfer
Cash and cash equivalents balancing figure
28 590
accept negative amount
Ordinary share capital Must be the balancing figure< 6 480 000 <
Retained income 4 3 240 000
NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES 3 842 000
Mortgage loan
(3 755 000 + 273 000 ) – 186 000 3 842 000 *
see 1.2 (ii) 5
CURRENT LIABILITIES (8 700 000 – Inventories) / 1,2
3 200 000
Or T&OR + CCE / 1,2
Trade and other payables
1 253 000 + 9 500 + 11 000 – 14 000 see Inventories 1 259 500 *
rent income 1 400 x 10
Shareholders for dividends see 1.3 / given 1 170 000 #
Current portion of loan see NCL 186 000 #
SARS: Income tax 85 250 #
Bank overdraft balancing figure 499 250
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QUESTION 3
3.1.1 (i) Calculate: Carrying value of the vehicle on hand on 1 March 2020
Workings Answer
2
(ii) Calculate: Depreciation on vehicles for the year
Workings Answer
18 x 4 050 R72 900
(8 100 000 / 2 000) one part correct
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QUESTION 4
4.1
4.1.1 Internal auditor
4.1.2 External auditor
4.1.3 Directors
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RETAINED INCOME
Balance on 1 March 2021 753 000
Check operation from bottom up; [ + OSD + SRepur – NPAT] balancing figure
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EQUITY AND LIABILITIES
SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY 9 150 000
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QUESTION 5
5.1 Calculate the value of the closing stock on 28 February 2021 using the
weighted-average method.
WORKINGS ANSWER
11 005 000 Two marks 1 704 000 one
2 433 000 + 8 572 000 x 2 400 = part correct and x 2 400
4 000 + 11 500
15 500 Two marks 5
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QUESTION 6
6.1
6.1.1 C
6.1.2 A
6.1.3 D
6.1.4 B
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QUESTION 7
KELLY LTD
7.1 Retained income note on 28 February 2022.
Balance on 1 March 2021 57 480
Net profit after tax (306 280 ✓x 69/31✓) 681 720 *
Shares repurchased (40 000 x 1,25) (50 000)
Ordinary share (389 200) *
Interim dividends (640 000 x 0,28 cents) 179 200
Final dividends 210 000
Balance on 28 February 2022 must subtract BBS & OSD 300 000
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7.3.1 Calculate the number of shares that Paul must buy to gain control of the
company.
400 000 – 252 000 = 148 000 + 1 or + 100 one part correct
Or
408 000 one mark – 252 000 two marks = 156 000 one mark
Accept: 800 000 x 51% = 408 000 (in this case Paul must buy 156 000 shares) 4
7.3.2 Paul wants to buy shares at the current Net asset value without
advertising them to the public. As an existing shareholder, why would
you not be satisfied with this arrangement? Explain. Provide TWO points.
7.4 Kelly Ltd is planning to spend R500 000 on staff development and
training over the next two years. Explain where this amount should be
shown in the published annual report, and provide a reason for your
answer.
EXPLANATION REASON
In the Directors Report It has not yet been paid so it cannot be
shown in the Statement of
Comprehensive Income.
It is important for the directors to
create a good impression to the
readers of the financial report.
It will highlight the company’s
compliance with the King Code /
Emphasis on the triple bottom line 4
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QUESTION 8
8.1 Indicate where EACH of the following items would be placed in the
financial statements by choosing a term from the list below.
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QUESTION 9
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QUESTION 10
10.1
10.1.1 Current assets
10.1.2 Operating income Accept recognizable abbreviations
e.g. NCA
10.1.3 Non-current asset
10.1.4 Operating expense
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QUESTION 11
AUTHORISED
2 000 000 SHARES
ISSUED
1 200 000 Ordinary shares (opening balance) 8 400 000
(60 000) Ordinary shares repurchased x R7 (420 000)
140 000 Ordinary shares issued 1 400 000
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QUESTION 12
12.1 Choose the correct term to complete each of the following statements. Write only
the term next to the question number (12.1.1–12.1.3) in the ANSWER BOOK
12.1.1 Current asset P
12.1.2 Non-current asset
12.1.3 Current liability
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Bank 33 900
Loss on sale of
3 100R
80 000 80 000
*Rone part correct
(iv) 37 000
80 000 – 43 000 see 12.2.1 3 One part correct
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QUESTION 13
13.2. Calculate the missing figures (i) to (v) from the Fixed Asset note.
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Workings Answer
(i) 7 949 999 – 5 749 999 2 200 000
(ii) 380 000 x 15/100 = 57 000 BUT 37 999
(iii) 38 000 – (ii) 1
100 100 three marks
(iv) 180 000 - (86 000 + 14 100 79 900
Asset disposal see (iv) = R14 100
RETAINED INCOME
Balance on 1 March 2020 342 000
Net profit after income tax (437 400x 73/27) 1 182 600 *
Shares repurchased (80 000 x R2,20 )
(176 000) *
operation, one part correct
Ordinary share dividends operation, one part correct
(430 000)
and must be in brackets
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QUESTION 1
0,2 : 1
one part correct
2 886 000 : 12 350 800 in form x : 1
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Calculate: % return on average capital employed
WORKINGS ANSWER
1 297 700 one mark + 382 000 one mark
1 679 700 x 100* 11,3%
one part correct
½ (15 236 800 + 14 450 000) must use average (½)
½ [(12 350 800 + 2 886 000) + (10 750 000 + 3 700 000)] must include OSHE + NCL
% sign not necessary
½ [(12 350 800 + 10 750 000) + (2 886 000 + 3 700 000)] accept 11,32
14 843 400 two marks
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Calculate: Dividends per share
WORKINGS ANSWER
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QUESTION 2
2. Ordinary Share Capital Note on 28 February 2021
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800 000 Ordinary shares at the beginning 6 400 000
(255 000)
(30 000) Repurchased 30 000 shares at R8,50 If one part correct
do not accept 36 000
# if answer of 255 000 is correct, award two marks if R8,50 is not shown 6
20%
1 458 600 x 100* one part correct;
7 293 000
Check numerator / denominator
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Dividend per share
WORKINGS ANSWER
( no part marks ) Assume cents if not specified.
(162 000/900 000)
18 cents + 22 cents OR 0,18 + 0,22 40 cents &
18c 22c &Workings must be inspected
two marks one mark in this case to earn the mark.
162 000 + 191 400
900 000 870 000 See below ‘&’.
No marks for denominator if the same figure is used for interim & final
dividends. 4
% return on average shareholders' equity
WORKINGS ANSWER
985 500 x 100* 13,6% *
½ (6 450 000 + 8 038 100) one part correct
14 488 100 two marks calculated as a %
7 244 050 three marks
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* x 100 does not constitute ‘one part correct’
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CASH FLOW FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES (1 320 000)
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*one part correct and must indicate correct operation & correct use of brackets;
If no brackets, assume answer is an inflow of cash – award marks for workings only;
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QUESTION 3
3.1
3.1.1 Directors' report
3.1.2 Internal
3.1.3 Limited 3
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Calculate: Dividends paid
Workings Answer
495 000 two marks
247 500 + (835 000 – 340 000 )
R742 500
one part correct 4
3.2.3 Calculate financial indicators for the year ended 28 February 2021:
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QUESTION 4
4.1
4.1.1 current asset
4.1.2 financing activity or operating activity
(due to technicality / display reason)
4.2.2 Calculate the following amounts for the 2022 Cash Flow Statement:
WORKINGS ANSWER
Fixed assets purchased
334 124 two marks (Depreciation)
2.2.1 (iii) 2.2.1 (ii)
7 988 000 – 68 000 – 298 000 – 36 124 – 8 746 500
Accept alternative arrangement for calculations e.g. signs reversed, ledger / note format. 1 160 624
one part correct
Calculating CV(CB) from Note:
one mark one mark one mark one mark one mark
1 144 000 + 186 876 – 8 746 500 + 6 450 000 – 195 000
OR: –1 144 000 – 186 876 + 8 746 500 – 6 450 000 + 195 000 6
Dividends paid
288 000 two marks
180 000 + 552 500 – 264 500
OR: signs reversed or ledger -288 000 two marks
468 000
one part correct
one mark one mark one mark
–180 000 – 552 500 + 264 500 4
Decrease in loan
Payments – interest = 456 000 – 216 000
OR: Beginning – end = 2 057 600 – 1 817 600 240 000
one part correct
OR: signs reversed or ledger format
–456 000 + 216 000 OR –2 057 600 + 1 817 600 3
4.2.3 NET CHANGE IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS (254 000) *
*One mark if no bracket
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QUESTION 5
0,2 : 1
2 450 000 : 10 387 600 one part correct
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77 OR 22%
45 + 32 x 100 631 400 x 100 one part correct
350 1 2 870 000
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QUESTION 6
6.1
6.1.1 Internal auditor 6.1. Director
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6.1.2 Independent auditor 6.1. Cash Flow Statement
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(b)
4 326 000 + 380 000 – 3 357 000 –
1 489 000 OR 140 000
Operation, one part correct
1 489 000 + 3 357 000 – 380 000 – and the answer must be 5
4 326 000 mark line without brackets
(c)
5 950 000 + 425 000 – 5 200 000
1 175 000
Operation, one part correct
OR and the answer must be 4
without brackets
100 000 x 11,75
(d)
(587 500)
50 000 x 11,75 Operation, one part correct
and the answer must be in 3
brackets
201 500 + 105 000 – 71 500 = 235 000 one part correct
OR
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one mark one mark one mark one part correct
1 250 000 + 931 000 – 162 500 – 1 550 000 = 468 000
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QUESTION 7
7.1 Complete the Note for Reconciliation between net profit before tax
and cash generated from operations for the year ended 30 June
2022:
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QUESTION 8
8.1 Calculate the following financial indicators on 28 February 2022:
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Dividend per share
WORKINGS ANSWER
18 cents + 22 cents
40 cents
one part correct
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Debt equity ratio
WORKINGS ANSWER
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% return on average shareholders' equity
WORKINGS ANSWER
975 500 x 100*
½ (9 576 600 + 7 350 000) 11,5% *
16 926 600 two marks one part correct
8 463 300 three marks
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QUESTION 9
9.2 Calculate the missing figures indicated by (a) to (g) in the Cash Flow
Statement.
NOTE: Indicate the correct flow of cash in the finale answer.
Calculation Answer
350 000 + 24 000 + 36 000
(a) OR mark the line (410 000)
One part correct
–350 000 – 24 000 – 36 000
30 000 x 11,50
(b) OR (345 000)
One part correct
30 000 x 10,00 + 30 000 x 1,50
Explain how these decisions would benefit the company and the
shareholders.
9.4 At the AGM, the directors announce that the company will:
Conduct training of all employees in terms of morals and ethics
Donate funds towards cleaning up the environment
Explain why this is necessary although this will cost the company a lot of
money each year. State THREE points.
1 320 000
= 1 760 000 – 440 000 : 880 000
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QUESTION 10
10.1
10.1.1 C
10.1.2 D
10.1.3 A
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Net profit before tax (1 120 800 + 2 615 200) 3 736 000
Depreciation 338 300
Interest expense 963 000
Profit before changes in working capital
Net change in working capital
Change in inventories (717 000 – 471 000) 246 000
Change in accounts receivables (563 000 – 489 000) (74 000)
Change in accounts payable (612 000 – 570 000) (42 000)
Cash generated from operations 5 167 300 7
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QUESTION 11
11.2 CASH FLOW STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020
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Debt/equity ratio
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QUESTION 12
12.2 CASH FLOW STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020
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Debt/equity ratio
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QUESTION 13
MOEKETSI LIMITED
13.2 Calculate the amount that would appear in the Cash Flow
Statement for:
13.2.1 Taxation paid
Dividends paid
185 000 + (387 000– 222 000 ) = 350 000 one part correct
13.2.3
Cash flows from financing activities (2 414 000)
Check operation
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1.1.1 C
1.1.2 D
1.1.3 A
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1.2.1 Mike has informed the board of directors that he has identified and
rectified a number of incidents of fruitless and wasteful expenditure in
the company's records. Provide TWO financial indicators that justify the
success of Mike's strategies. Quote figures and trends.
Financial indicator Figures and trends
% operating expenses on sales has decreased (from 27,8%) to 14,8% /
by 46,8% / by 13% (points)
% net profit on sales has increased (from 10,3%) to 24,7% / by 139,8% /
by 14,4% (points)
* Mark-up % is a deliberate decision; ignore if mentioned.
Max -1 for superfluous additional financial indicators mentioned. 4
1.2.2 Explain whether the change in the dividend pay-out rate in 2022 will
benefit the company or not. Quote figures and trends.
1.2.3 Some shareholders feel that Mike was reckless when he increased the
loan by R3,35 million soon after his appointment as CFO. Explain why
you do not agree with them. Provide TWO points, with financial
indicators, figures and trends.
Indicator: Debt/equity ratio
Figures & trends: increased (from 0,2 : 1) to 0,3 : 1 / by 0,1 : 1
Explanation:
Still lowly geared / low financial risk / does not rely too much on borrowed
capital.
The company enjoys positive gearing / ROTCE is greater than interest
rate of 7,2% / making effective use of loan to generate profits. 6
Figures Explanation (mention whether their combined shares are >50% or not)
Combining their shares gives them a clear majority of 54,7% (28,3% +
26,4%) / the other shareholders own 45,3% of the shares / they would enjoy
more than 50% of the voting rights / they will be in a position to have more
control over major decisions / influence decisions.
If combined shares are calculated as less than 50% mark explanation
accordingly e.g. they still do not own more than 50% / they are not majority
shareholders / their influence on the company might increase / this is not
going to help them in controlling decisions at the AGM. 3
Very open-ended: accept any valid points Responses will differ if combined
votes are <50%
TWO different possible concerns Part marks for partial / unclear
responses
Whether they will use their powers to benefit the company / have other
unethical motives (e.g. corruption)
Whether they want to gain financially through high directors fees in future
Their past experience in directing a company: their skills and knowledge
Their understanding of the responsibility / powers of majority shareholders
Their willingness to serve on the Board / sacrifice their time
Their attitude: Whether they will support the CEO, CFO and other
directors / whether this is an amicable decision or an aggressive effort to
gain control / whether they will work as a team with a friendly approach or
not
Quality of their contributions / issues they might have raised at previous
AGMs
Effect on the company if one of them discontinues the coalition / sells
shares and is no longer a shareholder / possibility of instability in
decision-making
Mark-up % Increased (from 60%) to 70% and they were still able to
increase gross profit / customers are confident about
product quality
Earnings per share Increased to 408c / (from 123c) to 408c / by 231,7%, is a
(EPS) clear indication of improved productivity or profitability.
ROSHE Increased to 20,7% / (from 7,3%) to 20,7% / by 13,4%
points / 183,6%. Shareholders would be pleased with the
improved returns as well as it being better than interest on
alternative investments (4,5%)
Solvency ratio Although this declined (from 5,3:1) to 3,6:1 this was due to
the fact that large loans had been received and the funds
were positively used in the company
Net asset value Improved to 1 841c / (from 1 685c) to 1 841c / by 156c /
per share (NAV) 9,3%. An improvement in growth (assets > liabilities)
The market value Increased to 1 920c / (from 1 540c) to 1 920 / by 380c / by
(market price) 24,7%. A clear indication of increased demand for shares /
Treat as a investor confidence.
separate point
Other indicators (which might not include traditional financial indicators):
Issue price of Shares issued at R21,00 which is higher than the market
new shares value. This indicates that shareholders were happy to
invest more, taking into account the trends.
Offer of additional Additional 265 000 shares issued at R21 generated
shares / ‘rights additional capital of R5,6m / shareholders were confident
issue’ of higher returns in future / shares could be issued to Mike
to motivate him to stay in the company. 9
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QUESTION 2
2.2.1 Profitability:
Quote and explain TWO financial indicators to show which company is
managing its expenses more efficiently, and is thereby more profitable.
Quote figures and trends. part marks for incomplete / partial / unclear responses
Any TWO financial indicators (explaining trend) from Broom Ltd with figures
If figures are shown for Flexi Ltd, award marks to names of indicators (max 2 marks)
Flexi Ltd:
ROSHE dropped from 12,2% to 7,6% / by 37,7% / 4,6 % points (accept 4,6%)
Broom Ltd:
ROSHE improved from 10,7% to 14,1% / by 31,8% / 3,4% points (accept
3,4%)
Additional comment in each case
Figures may be included in the explanation; candidates are NOT required to mention a specific figure for the
alternative rate; do not penalise for incorrect rates on investments (as these could vary from 4% to 14%)
Calculate the number of shares that Bob purchased in Broom Ltd with
the money he received from the share buyback at Flexi Ltd.
WORKINGS ANSWER
Flexi Ltd:
Bob was the majority shareholder (51%)
He now has only 40,5% of the shares (283 500 / 700 000) so he has lost
majority status.
Broom Ltd:
Bob had 41,8% of the shares 460 000 + 300 000
He now has 50,7% of the shares (760 000 / 1 500 000) see 3.2.3
He is now the majority shareholder (or based on calculation in 3.2.3)
OR: There was no share repurchase in Broom Ltd, so that would not affect his
% shareholding which was 41,8% (two marks)
OR: As he bought 300 000 shares in Broom Ltd, he is now the majority
shareholder (50,7%). 4
Explanation could be combined with figures or separate; both risk & gearing must be
mentioned. Ignore reference to % ROSHE (i.e. do not penalise)
Award part marks for partial / unclear / incomplete responses
High risk due to increase in loan
The business in experiencing negative gearing (ROTCE is lower than
interest rate of 13%) 6
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QUESTION 3
3.1
3.1.1 CP
3.1.2 E
3.1.3 B
3.1.4 A 4
3.2.1 The directors are satisfied with the improvement in the current ratio and
the acid-test ratio. Explain why you would disagree with them. Quote
TWO financial indicators in your response.
Financial indicators Figures Explanation part marks for incomplete answer
The stock holding period increased from 32 days to 102 days (or 70 days).
Average debtors' collection period increased from 31 days to 46 days (15
days)
The difference between current ratio (2,4 : 1) and acid test ratio (1,0 : 1)
reflects that there is an over-investment in stock.
Any ONE valid explanation; part marks for incomplete / unclear explanation
Too much liquid assets (cash) tied up in stock (stock piling)
High stock volumes create security problems
Stock can easily become obsolete due to advancements in technology
rendering the stock unsaleable. 6
3.2.2 Comment on the dividend per share over the two years. Quote figures.
ONE valid comment with figures
The DPS dropped from 90 cents (in 2020) to 72 cents (in 2021)
Shareholders received 18 cents less; or a 20% drop. 2
Explain the change in the dividend payout rate. Quote figures.
Explanation
3.2.3 Comment on the risk and gearing for both years. Quote TWO financial
indicators (with figures).
Debt/equity ratio increased from 0,3 : 1 to 0, 4: 1 (or by 0,1 : 1)
ROTCE decreased from 39% to 23,2% (or 15,8%)
Any valid comment on the above part marks for partial answers
3.2.4 Existing shareholders are dissatisfied that the new shares issued on
1 April 2020 were sold to the CEO, Ida Shark. Give TWO reasons why you
consider their feelings to be justified. Quote figures.
TWO reasons financial indicators and figures
The CEO bought the shares at R1,50 each (375 000/250 000); exercising
undue influence over the issue price; receiving preferential treatment;
against the Companies Act which requires that shares be advertised; lack
of transparency;
The market price is 410 cents; NAV is 332 cents; Company lost out on
potential additional funding as shares could have been sold at a price in
that range, or on the stock exchange. 6
3.2.5 The Cash Flow Statement reflected a positive change in R980 000.
Provide TWO points why this should still be a concern to directors.
Quote figures.
TWO points Figures
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QUESTION 4
4.2 Liquidity:
Identify and explain which company has better liquidity financial indicators. Quote
TWO financial indicators.
4.3 Dividends:
Comment on the difference between the dividend pay-out policies
implemented by the directors of the two companies and explain ONE
possible reason for EACH of their decisions in their respective
companies. Quote figures or indicators.
COMMENT ON POLICIES POSSIBLE REASON
(with figures) FOR DECISION
Dividend pay-out rate is Trying to keep shareholders
74,8% / company gives satisfied with their investment
VREDE 74,8% of EPS to To allow for expansion / growth
LTD shareholders Decided to hold funds in
Comment They only retain 25,2% as reserve for contingencies
Figure/s a reserve for the company (conservative approach)
+ Paid 190c DPS of 254c Strike a balance between
Reason EPS (75%) / retained 64c appeasing shareholders and
for future growth ensuring continuity /
sustainability
Dividend pay-out rate is Trying to keep shareholders
NIGEL 107,4% / used retained satisfied with their investment
LTD income to pay dividends Directors want to create
Comment Dividends of 440c exceeds positive image of company or
Figure/s the EPS of 410c / negative its directors (for re-election)
+ effect of 30c Aggressive decision / attempt
Reason to convince shareholders about
strategies 6
At the Nigel Ltd AGM, an angry shareholder said that the directors'
aggressive strategies would probably lead to the failure of the
company in future. Explain TWO points why the shareholder might feel
this way.
TWO valid items identified (figures not required)
Part-marks for unclear answers Accept other valid alternatives
ONE valid point (with figures) could be influenced by on profit / loss above
Part-marks cold be awarded for unclear or partial answers
Expected responses:
It is wise to sell because the share price is currently high (R32,00)
It might not be wise to sell if the share price increases above R32 in future.
He will raise R608 000 in total (19 000 x R32)
He will gain a profit of R323 000 on this sale
He will still be a majority shareholder (301 000/600 000 = 50,2%) 6
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QUESTION 5
5.1
5.1.1 B
5.1.2 C
5.1.3 A
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5.2.2 Comment on how the increase in the loan affected the risk and gearing
in 2021. Quote TWO financial indicators. State ONE point in EACH case
(with figures).
Financial indicator (with figures) Explanation
POINT 1 Debt/equity ratio Increased from 0,2:1 to 0,7:1 / by 0,5:1.
Higher financial risk taken by the company.
Business make more use of loans
POINT 2 ROTCE decreased from 9,1% to 6,4% / by 2,7%
Company is negatively geared as the return is lower than
interest on borrowing funds
Do not make effective use of loans 6
Explain whether the decision to purchase additional property had the
desired effect on demand for this product (with figures).
Explanation Figures
Sales has decreased by R2 574 000/ from R11 550 000 to R8 976 000
with 22,3%
Decrease in the mark-up% from 75% to 60% did not lead to an increase
in sales / 15% decrease. 3
5.2.3 Explain why the public was not interested in buying the new shares
issued at R6,00 per share. Quote THREE financial indicators (excluding
indicators stated in QUESTION 4.2.2). State ONE point in EACH case
(with figures).
Financial indicator (with figures) Explanation
Do not have trust in the business, as shown through:
5.2.4 State TWO different points to justify their opinion. Quote figures or
financial indicators.
TWO valid points
POINT 1 Buys has given himself a 45% increase
The other directors did not receive an increase (maintained at
R600 000 each)
5.2.5 Explain why the other directors were unhappy with the price paid for the
shares repurchased from Anton Buys. State TWO points. Quote
financial indicators or figures to support EACH point.
Explanation Figures
POINT 1
The shares were repurchased for R4,68/R4,89 more than
the Net asset value per share
This indicates an inflated price paid
POINT 2 The shares repurchase price is also R6,20/R5,90 more than
the market price of the shares
Unreasonable amount paid 4
Give a calculation to show whether the repurchase of these shares
affected Anton Buys' status as majority shareholder, or not.
WORKINGS ANSWER
5.2.6 Explain what is meant by good corporate governance and explain why it
is important to the shareholders.
ONE point
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QUESTION 6
6.1.1 Zee Ltd is more liquid than Ryan Ltd. Quote and explain TWO financial
indicators (with figures) to prove your agreement.
Quoting of indicator
Explanation by Zee
Comparison with Ryan
Current ratio of Zee Ltd is 1,7 : 1 and of Ryan Ltd is 5,8 : 1. Zee Ltd has
enough current assets to cover its current liabilities, whereas Ryan Ltd is
holding too much of its funds in the form of current assets, which may not
result in a return for the business.
Acid test ratio of Zee Ltd is 0,8 : 1, and of Ryan Ltd is 3,7 : 1. Even if Zee
Ltd is not able to sell all of his trading stock, he should still be able to cover
his short term debt. Ryan Ltd is holding much of his current assets in the
form of trading stock (stockpiling).
Debtors' collection period for Ryan Ltd is 55 days whereas Zee Ltd is
collecting from their debtors within 26 days. Debtors are paying Zee Ltd
much sooner than the debtors of Ryan Ltd.
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6.1.2
Which company uses more loans? Quote and explain a financial indicator to
support your answer. Explain whether this is a good idea or not.
Zee Ltd
Debt/equity ratio is 1,9 : 1 for Zee Ltd and 0,2 : 1 for Ryan Ltd
6.1.3 Explain why you think the market price of Ryan Ltd's shares is much
better than that of Zee Ltd. Quote and explain TWO financial indicators
to support your answer.
Comparing market price and NAV of Zee Ltd
Comparing market price and NAV of Ryan Ltd
Market price of Zee Ltd is 590 cents which are lower than the net asset value
of 625 cents, OR the market price is 35 cents lower than the net asset value.
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Market price of Ryan Ltd is 755 cents which are higher than the net asset
value of 605 cents, OR the market price is 150 cents higher than the net
asset value. Ryan Ltd is thus able to fetch a price higher than the value of the
shares in the books of the company. 4
6.1.4
Which company is more likely to expand its business? Explain your answer by
using relevant calculations.
6.1.5 Ryan Ltd has a better percentage return, earnings and dividends than
Zee Ltd. Explain THREE financial indicators to support this opinion.
Financial indicator
Figures
Explanation
% ROSHE for Ryan Ltd (28,5%) is much higher than that of Zee Ltd
(11,5%).
EPS for Ryan Ltd is 813 cents whereas Zee Ltd is only earning 179 cents
per share.
DPS for Ryan Ltd is 637 cents whereas Zee Ltd it is only 182 cents per
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QUESTION 7
7.1.
7.1.1 Solvency
7.1.2 Risk/gearing
7.1.3 Profitable
7.1.4 Return
7.1.5 Liquidity
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7.2.1 Jack is of the opinion that KAT Ltd is handling its working capital more
effectively and is in a better liquidity situation than KIT Ltd. Explain and
quote THREE financial indicators to support his opinion.
Financial indicator
Quoting of figures
Explanation
A combined explanation may be provided. Figures must be provided but not necessarily for both companies;
candidates cannot get full marks if superfluous indicators are used; if candidates provide additional irrelevant
indicators, search for the correct ones in the answer provided by the candidates and award marks accordingly.
For those who provide more than three options, penalty of -1 for an irrelevant indicator (max -2)
Current ratio of KAT Ltd is 1,5 : 1 and KIT Ltd is 6,0 : 1 ( KIT Ltd.’s ratio is 4
times bigger). KAT has enough current assets to cover his current liabilities
whereas KIT Ltd is holding too much of his funds in the form of current
assets which may not results in a return for the business.
Acid test ratio of KAT Ltd is 0,9 : 1 and of KIT Ltd is 2,8 : 1 ( KIT Ltd.’s ratio
is 3 times bigger) . Even if KAT is not able to sell all of his trading stock he
should still be able to cover his short term debt. KIT Ltd is holding much of
his current assets in the form of trading stock (stock piling).
Period of which enough stock is on hand for KAT Ltd is 88 days and for KIT
Ltd is 150 days (almost 6 months). KAT Ltd has enough stock for 3 months
which is appropriate for a company selling running shoes as styles of shoes
normally change seasonally. KIT Ltd is holding stock for too long, styles will
change and clients will not be interested in buying outdated styles resulting
in absolute stock.
Debtor’s average collection period of KAT Ltd is 25 days which is within the
normal/acceptable credit terms and is much lower than the 53 days of KIT
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7.2.2 The operating efficiency of KIT Ltd are better than that of KAT Ltd. Quote
and explain ONE financial indicator to support your opinion.
Good answer = 2 marks each; partial = 1 mark; incorrect = 0
Operating expenses on sales of KIT 37,9% lower than that of KAT Ltd 44,5%,
which indicates that KIT Ltd has better control of expenses.
Operating profit on sales of KIT Ltd 10,1% higher than that of KAT Ltd 7,3%,
which indicates that apart from the better control over his expenses (KIT) there
has been a slightly higher mark-up% applied as well. 2
7.2.3 Which company uses more loans? Quote a financial indicator to support
your answer.
KAT Ltd.
Debt/equity ratio 2 : 1 for KAT and 0,3 : 1 for KIT Ltd.
Explain whether this is a good idea or not. In each case, quote a financial
indicator to support your answer.
7.2.4 Compare and comment on the dividends pay-out policies of the both
companies.
7.2.5 KIT Ltd has a better percentage return, earnings and dividends than KAT
Ltd. Explain by quoting THREE financial indicators to support
this opinion.
Financial indicator Figures Explanation
● % ROSHE for KIT Ltd is much higher (21,3%) than that of KAT Ltd (11.2%).
● EPS for KIT Ltd is 410 cents whereas KAT Ltd is only earning 176 cents per
share.
● DPS for KIT Ltd is 240 cents whereas for KAT Ltd it is only 185 cents per
share.
7.2.6 Explain why the existing shareholders of KIT Ltd are happy with this.
Quote a financial indicator/figure to support your answer.
Market price of KIT Ltd is 750 cents which is higher than the NAV of 609 cents
OR market price is 141 cents higher than the NAV. KIT Ltd is thus able to show 3
a price higher than the value of the shares in the books of the company.
Explain why the existing shareholders of KAT Ltd are very disappointed
with this. Quote a financial indicator/figure to support your answer.
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QUESTION 8
8.1 If Bennie decides to use all his R240 000 by investing in only one of
these companies, calculate how many shares he could buy in each
company at the current market price on the JSE.
Highland Ltd: 240 000 / 6 = 40 000 shares
Lowfield Ltd: 240 000 / 12 = 20 000 shares
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8.2 Bennie is of the opinion that Highland Ltd has the better control over its
net current assets and liquidity. Explain why he feels this way. Quote
THREE financial indicators.
8.3 Comment on the value of the shares of the two companies on the
Johannesburg Securities Exchange (JSE). Explain how this should
influence Bennie choice of company.
HIGHLAND LTD
Financial indicator: JSE price 600c ≤ NAV 740c
Explanation:
The net asset value of the shares is higher than the market price which
indicates there is less demand for these shares OR their shares might be
under-priced.
LOWFIELD LTD
Financial indicator: JSE price 1 200c > NAV 1 080c
Explanation:
Market price is higher than the NAV which indicates there is good demand for
these shares OR their shares might be over-priced. 6
8.4 Compare and comment on the dividend pay-out policies of the two
companies.
Trend Comment
Comment
Keep money back for future expansions / No need to obtain a loan
8.5 Bennie is of the opinion that the earnings per share (EPS) of Highland
Ltd of 520 cents is actually better than the 690 cents of Lowfield Ltd.
Explain why his reasoning is correct.
Excellent answer with figures: 4 marks; Good: 3 marks; Satisfactory: 2 marks; Weak: 1 mark
EPS to NAV is 70,3% (520/740) in Highland Ltd and 63,9% (690/1 080) in
Lowfield Ltd
OR
EPS to MP is 86,7% in Highland Ltd (520/600) and 57,5% (690/1 200) in
Lowfield Ltd
OR
The share price of Lowfield Ltd (1 200c) is double that of Highland Ltd (600c)
but the EPS of Lowfield Ltd is not double that of Highland Ltd. 4
8.6 Comment on the degree of risk and gearing of each company. Explain
how this should influence Bennie’s choice of company.
Financial indicators comment
HIGHLAND LTD
Debt equity ratio is 1,3 : 1
Return on total capital employed is 16,1%
Explanation:
Highland Ltd has low risk – more reliant on share capital.
Negative gearing - does not make effective use of loan to generate profit
ROTCE is higher than interest on loan.
LOWFIELD LTD
Financial indicator:
Debt equity ratio is 0,4 : 1
Return on total capital employed is 9,3%
Explanation:
Lowfield Ltd has high risk – more reliant on loan.
Positive gearing – makes effective use of loan to generate profit.
ROTCE is lower than interest rate on loan 8
8.7 Apart from the points mentioned above, explain what Bennie should
also look for in a company regarding the following and provide a reason
for each explanation:
Type of Audit report
Type Comment
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QUESTION 9
9.1 CONCEPTS
4.1.1 B
4.1.2 D
4.1.3 C
4.1.4 A
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9.2.2 The directors decided to change the dividend pay-out policy in 2020.
Provide calculations that indicate the policy change.
In 2020, the company paid 40/160 cents – 25%
In 2021, the company paid 180/200 cents – 90%
OR pay out increased from 25% to 90% OR with 65% four marks
For one mark each:
DPS increased from 40 to 180 cents (by 140 cents) per share
EPS increase from 160 to 200 cents (by 40 cents) per share
Explain the effect of this change of policy on the company. State TWO
points.
TWO valid points Part-marks for unclear / incomplete answers
Retained income decreased and this could affect future growth
(expansion) of the business.
It would influence the share price / increase demand for the shares
It could motivate shareholders to vote for the directors at the AGM
Cashflow problem (one mark) 8
9.2.3 One of the directors feels that the company should pay back the loan
as soon as possible. What are your views about this? Quote and
explain TWO relevant financial indicators with figures.
Quoting of financial indicators Quoting of figures Explanation
9.2.4 Explain why the shareholders are satisfied with the market price of the
shares on the JSE. Quote figures/financial indicators. 6
Quoting of financial indicators Quoting of figures Explanation
Increased from 800 cents to 960 cents./ increased by 160 cents
The market price is higher than the NAV of 770 cents
Explanation
There is a demand for shares in this company.
Investors are interested in buying shares.
Explain why the shareholders are satisfied with the price at which the
shares were repurchased. Quote figures/financial indicators.
Explanation Figures
The company paid 800 cents per share although the market value at the end
of the year was 960 cents. / The company paid 160 cents less than the
market value 3
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QUESTION 10:
10.1 Shareholders are not satisfied with the liquidity position of the
business. Explain why you think they may be correct. Quote and
explain TWO financial indicators (with figures).
TWO financial indicators comparative figures with trend comment
Current ratio increased from 1,3 : 1 to 2,2 : 1
Acid-test ratio decreased from 0,9 : 1 to 0,6 : 1
Average debtors’ collection period increased from 33 days to 45 days
The current ratio improved because of an increase in stock, the acid test ratio
exposed the fact that the business is holding too much stock /cash tied up in
stock/stockpiling/ debtors are also not paying on time, placing strain on cash
reserves/
Need to increase cash sales, lower stock levels if they do not want to have a
problem in the future.
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10.2 Certain directors feel that the decision to increase the loan was a poor
decision. Do you agree with this view? Explain. Quote TWO financial
indicators and figures.
TWO financial indicators comparative figures with trend
Comment on risk on gearing mention of interest on loan
The business is retaining more of the earnings (56,1%) to place more emphasis
on growth/expansion
The business is experiencing liquidity issues and want to address this
They paid higher dividends last year, and plan to compensate shareholders with
better dividends in the future. 6
10.4 Charlie Tiger owns 420 000 shares in the company on 1 March 2021.
This has remained unchanged during the financial year.
10.4.1 Calculate Charlie’s % shareholding after the issue of shares on
1 May 2021, and after the repurchase of shares on 28 February 2022.
AFTER ISSUE OF SHARES AFTER REPURCHASE OF SHARES
Charlie lost his majority status when he did not buy any shares when
shares were issued on 1 May 2021;
He was very interested in being the majority shareholder, and used his
close friend’s shares to gain control of the company;
His behaviour was unethical and under-handed as he used senior
status to influence the directors to buy back the shares;
He wants to be a majority shareholder so that he can take significant
decisions without any opposition to his feelings. 4
10.4.3 Comment on whether the price paid to repurchase the shares on 28
February 2022 was fair or not. Quote TWO financial indicators (with
figures).
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QUESTION 11
11.1.1 Comment on the price of R9,10 charged by Motloung Ltd for the new
shares issued.
Compare issue price to market price or NAV Part-marks for partial or incomplete explanations
11.1.2 Explain how the issue of new shares has affected the financial gearing
and risk of Motloung Ltd. Quote TWO financial indicators.
Explanation Financial indicator Figures
Superfloues indicators (i.e. more than two indicators) -1 (max -1)
Expected responses :
Gearing has improved – less risk (as there was an issue of new shares)
11.1.3 If Andre wanted to retain his 60% shareholding in the company, how
many shares would he have had to buy?
(700 000 x 60%) – (500 000- x 60%) = 120 000
420 000 300 000
Two marks one method mark (if x 60%)
120 000 shares at R9,10 each = R1 092 000 if = number of shares (above) x R9,10
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Explanation Figures
Partial marks for partial or incomplete answers
MOKOATSI LTD.
The liquidity situation has improved / is able to meet current debts / liquidity
ratios have decreased / liquidity ratios are more efficient
11.1.5 Comment on the price paid by Mokoatsi Ltd for the repurchase
(buy-back) of shares.
11.1.6 Explain THREE ways in which André has benefited from the
repurchase of the shares by Mokoatsi Ltd.
Explanations Figures
11.1.7 Discuss whether the buyback had any effect on the dividend pay-out
policy of Mokoatsi Ltd
Explanations Figures
103/171 = 60.2%
160/266= 60.2% 5
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QUESTION 12
SUZI LIMITED
Debt/equity ratio
3 885 000 : 9 712 500 = = 0,4:1 operation one part correct must be x:1
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General comment:
The liquidity has generally improved. The business is able to pay
short term debts with current assets.
Improvement in collections from debtors – reached the desired 30 8
days.
(Do not accept creditors’ payment period as an option.)
12.3 Calculate the dividend payout rate for both years of the business
and explain the effect of this on the business.
2019
175/175 = 100%
2020
90/180 = 50%
Comment
In 2020, the directors retained 50% of the earnings (or paid out
50%). 6
There may have been plans for expansions or growth of the
company.
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12.4 Some shareholders feel that the company paid back too much of
the loan. What would you say to them? Make reference to TWO
financial indicators with relevant figures to motivate your
response.
Financial indicators and figures
Valid comment
Financial indicator
Debt/equity: improved from 0,8 : 1 to 0,4 : 1 see 3.1.1
ROTCE: improved from 18% to 22%
Interest rate on loans: 11%
General comment:
The company is lowly geared (not making extensive use of
borrowed funds). It is also positively geared (ROTCE is higher
than interest rate).
It was not necessary for the company to pay large portions of the
loan as long as it is generating a better return on investment than the
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cost of borrowing (interest).
Financial indicators :
NAV: 950 cents in 2019 – 1 050 cents in 2020
Market price of shares: 1 000 cents in 2015 – 1 100 in 2016
Comment
The company is showing growth in share value.
New shares were issued (920 cents) at below the NAV and
market price.
The new shareholders benefitted from the low price they paid.
The company lost out on an opportunity to generate
additional funds from the issue of these shares.
The directors’ intentions may be questioned.
The shareholder is justified in complaining – this must be 6
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QUESTION 1: CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
1.1 The Johannesburg Securities Exchange (JSE) Refer to paragraph 1.
The public can participate in the purchase of shares / easier access to potential 2
Questions you would raise at the AGM One reason for each question
Why do the disqualified directors For a company listed on the
seem to have no skills and/or JSE highly qualified directors
QUESTION experience in governance issues? are required.
Why are there no criteria for
directors’ appointments?
Why did the board not take Poor audit reports will severely
immediate action over the affect the company and the
QUESTION
qualified and disclaimer audit market price of its shares.
reports?
Why have they not implemented The board should have taken
disciplinary procedures on these prompt action to prevent further
QUESTION
directors (before the JSE problems.
disqualified them)?
Why were very important roles It is reckless to allocate
QUESTION allocated to these directors? important tasks to directors who
cannot carry them out.
Why do the board and the other The board and the other
directors appear to be negligent directors could lay themselves
or careless in appointing or votingopen to legal claims due to
QUESTION
for the unskilled directors at the negligence / failure to screen
AGM? directors and conduct
background checks.
Where will the funds come from to Transparency required by King
pay the R6,5m fine? Code in all processes.
QUESTION
Profits or retained income could
be negatively affected.
How has the financial stability or Fraud infinancial statements
QUESTION profitability of the company been could negatively affect the
affected by this incident? company’s sustainability
How are the vacant non-executive The shareholders and the board
QUESTION directors’ posts going to be filled? must not vote for or appoint
directors who lack vital skills.
What measures will the board put Transparency / accountability /
in place to prevent this fraud in improving controls.
QUESTION future? What control measures
does the Audit & Risk committee
have in place? 9
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QUESTION 2
2.1 Explain why a qualified audit report is not a good reflection of a company.
Provide TWO points.
TWO points part marks for incomplete / unclear / partial answers
2.3 According to the Companies Act, 2008 (Act 11 of 2008), a company must
have a Remunerations Committee.
Explain the role/responsibility of this committee and give a reason why this
committee is necessary.
EXPLANATION:
Review all salaries, bonuses and other earnings
To prevent directors from paying themselves too much
They must approve, and give advice on the proposals re fees, bonuses etc.
REASON:
To ensure fairness / transparency in the payment of fees/salaries
To prevent fraud / corruption / wastage
Detect mismanagement or fraudulent activities
They can compare the remuneration / earnings against financial information
of other companies in the industry (comparability)
3
Explain why there should be a company policy for all gifts, donations or
favours received by the directors from clients to be declared to the board
by the directors concerned. Provide TWO points.
TWO points part marks for incomplete / unclear / partial answers
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3.1 Explain how you would respond to the CEO's statement. State TWO points.
Explain what went wrong in the company to allow for this fraud to occur.
State THREE different/separate points.
Explanations must indicate factors that affect points in the scenario i.e. not verbatim repetition
from of the scenario.
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QUESTION 4
4.1
4.1.1 Limited
4.1.2 Payables
4.1.3 Materiality
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4.3.1 Identify the type of audit report that the company received. Give a
reason for your answer.
TYPE OF REPORT
Unqualified
REASON Any valid reason
The audit report indicates 'fairly present'.
The auditors did not identify any problems. 2
The audit and the financial records of the company are in compliance with
both local and international requirements / it affects presentation of financial
statements. 2
4.3.3 Name any TWO items of audit evidence that the auditors may have used.
Any suitable evidence
Stock sheets/fixed assets register/source documents/bank statements/
contracts signed 2
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QUESTION 5
5.1 Comment on the audit reports of both companies. If you want to buy
shares in a company, explain how the report will affect your decision
concerning the shares you would purchase in the company.
Metsi Ltd: Comment on Explanation
Metsi Ltd received an unqualified report which means that you can rely on the
financial information in the financial statements decide on purchasing the
shares.
Just Water Ltd: Comment on Explanation
Just Water Ltd received a disclaimer audit report. It means that
Peter cannot rely fully on the financial statements in deciding on investing in
the company.
In which company should you rather invest?
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5.2
5.2. C 5.2.3 D
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5.2. A 5.2.4 B
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5.4 Who is the audit report addressed to? Give a reason for your answer.
The shareholders. They are the owners of the company and have
appointed the auditors. 2
5.5 Give TWO examples of audit evidence that the auditors would have
required to complete the audit.
Any two – one mark each
Asset registers; Journals; Debtors' statements; Physical inspections; Signed
contracts; Source documents (list e.g. invoice, receipts, etc. only one mark); 2
Creditors' statements; Bank statements
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QUESTION 6
6.4 Explain why an independent auditor would want to see that the
following GAAP principles that are applied: ✓✓ ✓✓
● Matching - To see if incomes and expenses are recorded in the
correct financial period.
● Going concern- For both the Income Statement and Balance Sheet
are prepared as if there is no intention to stop or limit the operation of
the business 4
6.5 Refer to paragraph 3. Explain why you would be satisfied with this
audit report opinion. ✓✓✓
● The auditors have stated that they are satisfied with all aspects of the
financial reporting by the directors.
● This is a standard reporting – (fairly presented).
● No negative comment reported.
● The auditors have not stated that the report is qualified or withheld. 3
● The auditor’s report is unqualified.
Reason: ✓✓
Accept short explanations; may be phrased differently
Part-marks for unclear/incomplete explanation
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QUESTION 7
7.1 Choose an explanation from column B that matches the term in column A.
Write only the letter (A – C) next to the question numbers (4.1.1 to 4.1.3) in
the ANSWER BOOK.
7.1.1 B
7.1.2 A
7.1.3 C
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7.2.1 Explain why the auditors found it necessary to stipulate the page
numbers (that is 8 to 20) in this report.
They are only responsible for the pages that have been stipulated in the
auditor’s report 1
7.2.2 Explain why the Companies Act makes it a requirement for public
companies to be audited by an independent auditor.
The auditors need to be unbiased and neutral.
The directors must have no influence over the auditors so that the auditors
can pass an honest opinion on the reliability of the financial statements. 2
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QUESTION 8
ACCOUNT ACCOUNT
AMOUNT A E L
DEBITED CREDITED
8.1.1 Bank Share capital 150 000 + + 0
Dividends on
Shareholders for
8.1.2 ordinary shares 35 000 0 - +
dividends
SARS : Income
8.1.3 Bank 76 000 - 0 -
tax 10
Where
At the Annual General Meeting (AGM)
On the Annual Report to shareholders
On financial publications and newspapers
Whom
Shareholders 2
8.3.2 Provide TWO points why the independent auditors make reference
to pages 14 – 36 of the Annual Report.
Any two valid points part marks for incomplete / partial answers
8.3.3 Explain TWO points on the impact of this report on the company.
Any two valid points part marks for incomplete / partial answers
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QUESTION 9:
9.1 Briefly explain your understanding of ‘good corporate governance’.
ONE valid point part marks for incomplete/partial answers
Running the business in an ethical and transparent way;
Looking after the interest of the employees, the community, the environment and all
other stakeholders involved in the company;
Ensuring proper rules and procedures are in place and being implemented;
Engaging all role players in matters that affect them 2
9.2 Explain why a company must have their financial statements audited by an
external auditor.
ONE valid point part marks for incomplete/partial answers
This is a requirement of the company’s act – to protect shareholders
Shareholders are members of the public and this gives them confidence in the
financial statements – that they are reliable and credible
The external auditors have no interest in the business and will provide an unbiased
view of the situation. 2
9.3 Identify the type of audit opinion that the company received, and provide a
reason for your answer.
TYPE:
Qualified
REASON: part marks for incomplete/partial answers
The marketing expenses could not be verified.
Did not mention “fairly represent” in all respects.
They were satisfied, except for the marketing expense which had no documentation
as evidence. 3
9.4 Explain why the independent auditor did not follow the request of the CEO.
Provide TWO reasons.
TWO reasons part marks for incomplete/partial answers
He would be going against the standards and ethics of his profession.
It is unethical, amounts to fraudulent behaviour – aimed to deceive.
He has a code of conduct to uphold/will face disciplinary action if discovered
He could lose his licence to operate as an auditor.
He will tarnish the reputation of his company (bad public image). 4
Provide TWO possible consequences of this audit report, for the CEO and
the company.
TWO points part marks for incomplete/partial answers
The share price of the business will drop/poor image of the business
The commitment of the CEO will be questioned – enquiry/disciplinary action
Shareholders would want to sell their shares
Demand for shares will drop 4
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QUESTION 10
10.1
Point 2 IFRS and Companies Act ONE valid point Part-mark for partial answer
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QUESTION 11
ACCOUNT ACCOUNT
NO. AMOUNT A O L
DEBITED CREDITED
e.g. Directors' fees Bank 45 000 – – 0
11.1. SARS – – 0 –
1 Income tax Bank 244 000
11.1. + + 0
2 Bank Share capital 180 000
11.1. Dividend on Shareholders 0 – +
3 ordinary shares for dividends 51 300
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Shareholders
2
11.2. Who has to ensure that the financial statements are prepared
2 and presented at the annual general meeting?
Directors /CFO
2
Unqualified
2
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