When the Cost Basis Is Used to Calculate the Percentage

question 19

Multiple Choice

When the cost basis is used to calculate the percentage of completion,cost items that may need adjustment include:

• A) discounts for the bulk purchase of construction materials.
• B) gains and losses on foreign currency translation.
• C) materials delivered and paid for, but not yet used.
• D) interest charges on late payments for materials and other items used in the construction project.

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