Merchandise Inventory at the End of the Year Is Overstated

question 128

Multiple Choice

Merchandise inventory at the end of the year is overstated.Which of the following statements correctly states the effect of the error?

• A)stockholders' equity is overstated
• B)cost of merchandise sold is overstated
• C)gross profit is understated
• D)net income is understated

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