Erie Company Reports the Following Comparative Balance Sheets and Income

question 132

Multiple Choice

Erie Company reports the following comparative balance sheets and income statement information for the current year. Assuming accounts payable is used for inventory purchases only, what was the amount of cash paid for inventory purchases during the year?

• A)$32,000
• B)$176,000
• C)$192,000
• D)$160,000

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