If Beginning and Ending Goods in Process Inventories Are $5,000

question 128

Multiple Choice

If beginning and ending goods in process inventories are $5,000 and $15,000, respectively, and cost of goods manufactured is $170,000, what is the total manufacturing cost for the period?

• A) $180,000.
• B) $155,000.
• C) $160,000.
• D) $175,000.
• E) $165,000.

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