Generally Accepted Accounting Principles Require That the Inventory of a Company

question 83

Multiple Choice

Generally accepted accounting principles require that the inventory of a company be reported at:

• A)Market value.
• B)Historical cost.
• C)Lower of cost or market.
• D)Replacement cost.
• E)Retail value.

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Definitions:

Working Capital

The difference between a company's current assets and current liabilities, indicating the short-term liquidity and operational efficiency.

Total Current Assets

The sum of all assets a company expects to convert into cash within one year, including cash, accounts receivable, and inventory.

Total Current Liabilities

The sum of all liabilities of a company that are expected to be settled within one fiscal year or an operating cycle, whichever is longer.

Return On Total Assets

Return on Total Assets (ROTA) is a financial metric that measures a company's profitability in relation to its total assets.