Paper 2 · Limited Companies
K. Kudakwashe's turnover for the year ended 31 December 2014 was $1 800 000, and the gross profit margin was 33 1/3% of turnover. What was the gross profit for the year?
Model answer
$600 000
Also accepted: 600000, 600 000
Explanation: Gross profit = 1/3 x 600 000.
Derived from ZIMSEC Principles of Accounts 7112/2 Paper 2, November 2015, Q4

