If a Perpetual Inventory System Is Used Instead of a Periodic

question 68

Multiple Choice

If a perpetual inventory system is used instead of a periodic system,identify the accounts that the Merchandise Inventory account replaces.

• A) Purchases,Sales,Freight In
• B) Purchases,Purchase Returns and Allowances,Freight In
• C) Purchases,Cost of Goods Sold
• D) Purchases,Accounts Receivable,Freight In

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Definitions:

Asset Revaluation

The upward or downward adjustment of the book value of an asset to properly reflect its current market value.

Profits

The financial gain obtained when revenues generated from business activities exceed the expenses and costs associated with those activities.

Investor

An individual or entity that commits capital with the expectation of receiving financial returns, often through the purchase of stocks, bonds, or other investment vehicles.

Deferred Tax Liability

A tax obligation that a company owes but has not yet paid, arising from temporary differences between accounting and tax treatments of income and expenses.