A Company Uses the Periodic Inventory Method

question 92

Multiple Choice

A company uses the periodic inventory method.Which of the following entries would be made to record a purchase of inventory on account?

• A) The accounting entry would be a debit to Purchases and a credit to Accounts payable.
• B) The accounting entry would be a debit to Accounts payable and a credit to Purchases.
• C) The accounting entry would be a debit to Inventory and a credit to Accounts payable.
• D) The accounting entry would be a debit to Accounts payable and a credit to Inventory.

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Definitions:

Par Stock

The nominal or face value assigned to shares of stock by the corporation's charter, which may differ from their market value.

Market Value Method

An accounting method that values assets or securities at their current market prices rather than at historical costs or book values.

Book Value Method

An accounting technique where assets are valued in the balance sheet at their original cost minus any accumulated depreciation.

Stockholder's Equity

The residual interest in the assets of the corporation after deducting liabilities, representing the ownership interest of shareholders.