Which of the Following Formulas Determine Cost of Goods Sold

question 183

Multiple Choice

Which of the following formulas determine cost of goods sold in a merchandising entity?

• A) Beginning inventory + Purchases + Ending inventory = Cost of goods sold
• B) Beginning inventory + Purchases - Ending inventory = Costs of goods sold
• C) Beginning inventory - Purchases + Ending inventory = Cost of goods sold
• D) Beginning inventory - Ending inventory - Purchases = Cost of goods sold

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