The Ending Inventory Balance Represents

question 123

Multiple Choice

The ending inventory balance represents

• A)Expired costs and is reported on the balance sheet as an asset.
• B)The cost of goods sold during the current period and is reported on the balance sheet as an asset.
• C)Expired costs and is reported on the income statement as an expense
• D)Unexpired costs and is reported on the balance sheet as an asset.

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