The Managers of Constantine Company Receive Performance Bonuses Based on the Net

question 174

Multiple Choice

The managers of Constantine Company receive performance bonuses based on the net income of the firm. Which inventory costing method are they likely to favor in periods of declining prices?

• A) LIFO
• B) Average Cost
• C) FIFO
• D) Physical inventory method

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Definitions:

Negative Income Tax

A proposed system of social security that guarantees a minimum income to all, where those earning below a certain amount receive supplemental pay from the government instead of paying taxes.

Income Subsidy

An income subsidy is a government-provided financial assistance program intended to boost an individual's income to a level sufficient for meeting basic living standards.

Negative Income Tax

A program where the government provides additional income to those who earn under a specific threshold, rather than collecting taxes from them.

Tax Liability

Tax liability is the total amount of tax that an individual or organization is legally obligated to pay to a taxing authority based on earnings, property ownership, or other taxable conditions.