When Costs to Purchase Inventory Regularly Decline,which Method of Inventory

question 99

Multiple Choice

When costs to purchase inventory regularly decline,which method of inventory costing will yield the lowest gross profit and income?

• A)FIFO.
• B)LIFO.
• C)Weighted average.
• D)Specific identification.
• E)Gross margin.

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Definitions:

FOH Budget Variance

The difference between the actual and budgeted factory overhead costs over a certain period, indicating under or overspending.

Work in Process

Inventory that includes materials that have begun the production process but are not yet completed products.

Retained Earnings

The accumulated net income of a company that is retained by the company rather than distributed to shareholders as dividends.

Materials Price Variance

The difference between the actual cost of materials and the standard cost, multiplied by the quantity used.