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question 37

Multiple Choice

The British subsidiary of a U.S. company reported cost of goods sold of 75,000 pounds (sterling) for the current year ended December 31. The beginning inventory was 10,000 pounds, and the ending inventory was 15,000 pounds. Spot rates for various dates are as follows: Assuming the dollar is the functional currency of the British subsidiary, the remeasured amount of cost of goods sold that should appear in the consolidated income statement is:

• A) $108,750.
• B) $112,500.
• C) $114,250.
• D) $125,700.

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