What Is the Purpose of Using a "Cost Allocation System

question 81

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of using a "cost allocation system" such as FIFO?

• A)Determining which expenditures to capitalize into the "inventory" account.
• B)Determining which expenditures to expense into the "cost of goods sold" account.
• C)Determining how much of the costs recognized in inventory should be expensed in the year.
• D)Determining the appropriate valuation of inventories that remain on hand.

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Definitions:

Indirect Method

A method used in cash flow statements to adjust net income for non-cash transactions and changes in working capital to calculate cash flow from operating activities.

Indirect Method

A way of preparing the cash flow statement where net income is adjusted for changes in balance sheet accounts to calculate cash flow from operating activities.

Inventory Adjustment

Inventory adjustment is the process of altering the book value of inventory to match the actual physical inventory, accounting for discrepancies, losses, or damages.

Common Stock

A type of equity security that represents ownership in a corporation, entitling the holder to vote on corporate matters and receive dividends.