Which of the Following Is a True Statement About Inventory

question 128

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a true statement about inventory systems?

• A) Periodic inventory systems require more detailed inventory records.
• B) Perpetual inventory systems require more detailed inventory records.
• C) A periodic system requires cost of goods sold be determined after each sale.
• D) A perpetual system determines cost of goods sold only at the end of the accounting period.

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Definitions:

Ending Raw Materials

is the value of all raw materials that remain unused at the end of an accounting period, which will be used in future production processes.

Budgeted Materials Purchases

The projected amount of materials to be bought for production as planned within a budget period.

April 1 Inventory

The inventory on hand at the beginning of the company's fiscal quarter or year, typically recorded on the first day of April.

Ending Raw Materials

The value of raw materials inventory available at the end of an accounting period.