Murphy Uses the Accrual Method and Reports on a Calendar

question 106

Essay

Murphy uses the accrual method and reports on a calendar year. This year, Murphy signed a binding contract to provide consulting services to Kirby beginning next year. Murphy incurred $15,000 to train his staff for this particular project. In addition, Murphy estimates that he will incur another $60,000 to complete the Kirby contract. What amount, if any, can Murphy deduct this year for the services expected to be rendered next year?

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Definitions:

First-In, First-Out

A method of valuing inventory in which the first items bought or manufactured are the first ones to be sold or utilized.

Conversion Costs

The combined costs of direct labor and manufacturing overhead required to convert raw materials into finished products.

Equivalent Units

A term used in cost accounting to indicate a standard amount of work done on an incomplete unit, making it comparable to complete units.

Beginning Inventory

The value of goods available for sale at the start of an accounting period.