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ACCA · Question 06 · Chargeable gains for individuals
Section A
Jonah, a retired deep-sea welder, sold an antique diving helmet (a non-wasting chattel) for £7,200 in December 2023. He had originally purchased it for £3,000.
What is the chargeable gain on the disposal of the diving helmet?
Section A
Jonah, a retired deep-sea welder, sold an antique diving helmet (a non-wasting chattel) for £7,200 in December 2023. He had originally purchased it for £3,000.
What is the chargeable gain on the disposal of the diving helmet?
Answer options:
A.
£4,200
B.
£2,000
C.
£1,200
D.
£0
How to approach this question
Calculate the actual gain. Then calculate the maximum gain under the chattels rule: 5/3 x (Proceeds - £6,000). The chargeable gain is the lower of the two.
Full Answer
B.£2,000✓ Correct
The diving helmet is a chattel. Since cost < £6,000 and proceeds > £6,000, the marginal relief rule applies. Actual gain = £7,200 - £3,000 = £4,200. Maximum gain = 5/3 x (£7,200 - £6,000) = £2,000. The chargeable gain is the lower amount, which is £2,000.
Common mistakes
Forgetting to apply the 5/3 fraction or just using the actual gain.
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