In an Economy, the Value of Inventories Was $75 Billion

question 183

Multiple Choice

In an economy, the value of inventories was $75 billion in year 1 and $63 billion in year 2. In calculating total investment for year 2, national income accountants would

• A) decrease it by $75 billion.
• B) increase it by $63 billion.
• C) decrease it by $12 billion.
• D) increase it by $138 billion.

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Definitions:

Cost of Merchandise Sold

A reiteration focusing on the total expenses incurred by a company to sell its merchandise, including the cost of the goods themselves and any additional costs related to their sale.

Credit Card Sales

Transactions where customers use credit cards to pay for goods or services, resulting in receivables for the seller.

Periodically Recorded

Financial transactions or events that are recorded at regular intervals, such as monthly, quarterly, or annually.

Bank Credit Cards

Financial instruments issued by banks that allow cardholders to borrow funds with which to pay for goods and services, subject to the agreement that the funds will be repaid.