The Specific Identification Method of Inventory Costing

question 67

Multiple Choice

The specific identification method of inventory costing

• A) always maximizes a company's net income.
• B) always minimizes a company's net income.
• C) has no effect on a company's net income.
• D) may enable management to manipulate net income.

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Definitions:

Residual Income

The amount of income that an individual or company has after all personal debts and expenses, including a mortgage, have been paid.

Operating Income

Earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT), reflecting a company's profit from its core business operations.

Divisional Assets

Resources and property allocated to a specific division within a larger organization, instrumental in generating revenue.

Responsibility Center

A business segment or department within an organization whose manager is accountable for specific financial and operational outcomes.