Which of the Following Is the Correct Formula to Calculate

question 87

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the correct formula to calculate average merchandise inventory?

• A) Average merchandise inventory = (Beginning merchandise inventory - Ending merchandise inventory) / 2
• B) Average merchandise inventory = (Beginning merchandise inventory × Ending merchandise inventory) / 2
• C) Average merchandise inventory = (Beginning merchandise inventory / Ending merchandise inventory) / 2
• D) Average merchandise inventory = (Beginning merchandise inventory + Ending merchandise inventory) / 2

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Definitions:

Posting

The process of recording financial transactions in the accounting books, such as a ledger or journal.

Source Documents

Original records that contain the details necessary to support the transactions entered in an accounting system, such as invoices, receipts, or contracts.