Checkers Uses the Periodic Inventory System

question 110

Multiple Choice

Checkers uses the periodic inventory system.For the current month, the beginning inventory consisted of 1,200 units that cost $12 each.During the month, the company made two purchases: 500 units at $13 each and 2,000 units at $13.50 each.Checkers also sold 2,150 units during the month.Using the FIFO method, what is the ending inventory?

• A)$20,073.
• B)$18,600.
• C)$20,925.
• D)$18,950.

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Definitions:

Intertemporal Price Discrimination

A pricing strategy where prices are varied over time for the same product to exploit differences in willingness to pay.

Second-Degree Price Discrimination

A pricing strategy where prices vary according to the quantity consumed or the version of the product, without personal characteristics of the buyer influencing the price.

First-Degree Price Discrimination

A pricing strategy where a seller charges each buyer their maximum willingness to pay, capturing all consumer surplus.

Peak-Load Pricing

A pricing strategy used to regulate demand by charging higher prices during peak times and lower prices during off-peak times.