Which of the Following Is an Advantage of a Perpetual

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an advantage of a perpetual inventory system over a periodic system?

• A)Cost of goods sold will be less.
• B)Sales will be greater.
• C)Inventory shrinkage is separately identified.
• D)Sales returns will be less.

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Definitions:

Deadweight Loss

A loss of economic efficiency that can occur when the free market equilibrium for a good or a service is not achieved, often due to market failure, taxes, or subsidies.

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Lump-Sum Taxes

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