The capital balance of a partner in a partnership was R500 000 on 28 February 2023 (end of the financial year) after an increase in capital contribution of R100 000 was recorded on 01 December 2022. If the partner earns interest on capital at a rate of 12% per annum, how much interest did the partner earn for the financial year ended 28 February 2023? A. R63 000B. R60 000C. R51 000D. R57 000

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The capital balance of a partner in a partnership was R500 000 on 28 February 2023 (end of the financial year) after an increase in capital contribution of R100 000 was recorded on 01 December 2022. If the partner earns interest on capital at a rate of 12% per annum, how much interest did the partner earn for the financial year ended 28 February 2023?

A. R63 000
B. R60 000
C. R51 000
D. R57 000

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