When a Fiscal Year That Starts and Ends at the Time

question 47

Multiple Choice

When a fiscal year that starts and ends at the time the stock of merchandise is normally at its lowest level is selected, it is known as a(n)

• A) natural business year.
• B) calendar year.
• C) base year.
• D) accounting cycle.

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