Gross Profit for a Merchandiser Is Net Sales Minus

question 136

Multiple Choice

Gross profit for a merchandiser is net sales minus

• A) operating expenses.
• B) cost of goods sold.
• C) sales discounts.
• D) cost of goods available for sale.

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Definitions:

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