Indrisano's Used Cars Uses the Specific Identification Method of Costing

question 205

Multiple Choice

Indrisano's Used Cars uses the specific identification method of costing inventory. During March, Indrisano purchased three cars for $12,000, $14,400, and $19,200, respectively. During March, two cars are sold for a total of $34,600. Indrisano determines that at March 31, the $14,400 car is still on hand. What is Indrisano's gross profit for March?

• A) $1,000.
• B) $3,400.
• C) $4,200.
• D) $8,200.

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Definitions:

Shutdown Decisions

Decision-making processes within a company regarding when to cease operations temporarily or permanently due to various reasons, such as unprofitability.

Capital

Refers to financial assets or resources that businesses use to fund their operations and growth.

Sunk-cost Fallacy

The misconception of valuing continued investment in a project or decision based on the already incurred costs, irrespective of future benefits.

Fixed Costs

Expenses that do not change with the level of output or sales in the short term, such as rent, salaries, and insurance premiums.