Which of the Following Statements Is True Regarding Period Costs

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true regarding period costs?

• A) They 'attach' themselves to the product.
• B) They will appear on the balance sheet until the product is sold.
• C) They will appear on the income statement in the year they are incurred.
• D) They will not impact gross margin or net income.

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