Distinguish Between the Short and Long Positions in Futures Transactions

question 54

Essay

Distinguish between the short and long positions in futures transactions.

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Definitions:

Perpetual Inventory System

An inventory management method where transactions are recorded in real time, providing a continuous account of inventory levels.

LIFO

"Last In, First Out" is an inventory valuation method where the last items placed in inventory are the first ones to be used or sold.

Ending Inventory

The financial value of items up for sale at the end of a fiscal period.

Lower of Cost or Market

An accounting principle requiring companies to value and report their inventory at the lower of the original cost or its current market price.