Lupton Inc

question 226

Multiple Choice

Lupton Inc. disposes of an unprofitable segment of its business. The operation of the segment suffered a $200,000 loss in the year of disposal. The loss on disposal of the segment was $100,000. If the tax rate is 30%, and income before income taxes was $1,600,000,

• A) the income tax expense on the income before discontinued operations is $390,000.
• B) the income from continuing operations is $1,120,000.
• C) net income is $1,300,000.
• D) the losses from discontinued operations are reported net of income taxes at $300,000.

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Definitions:

Lower of Cost or Market

An accounting principle stating that inventory should be recorded at either its historical cost or its market value, whichever is lower.

Inventory

Items such as raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods that a company holds for the purpose of sale in the ordinary course of business.

Inventory Management

The systematic approach to ordering, storing, and using a company's inventory, including raw materials, components, and finished products.

Price Declines

A reduction in the market price of goods, services, or securities.