The net profit is the excess of gross profit and sources of income over all the expenses. This implies that net profit is?

A. the difference between gross profit and trade expenses
B. the difference between gross profit and net sales
C. sales less cost of sales including sales returns
D. opening stock add purchases less closing stock

Correct Answer:

Option A – the difference between gross profit and trade expenses

Explanation

Net profit is the actual profit after working expenses not included in the calculation of gross profit have been paid. It is the difference between gross profit and expenses. e.i gross profit – expenses