Inventory at the End of the Year Is Overstated

question 107

Multiple Choice

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 goods sold is overstated
• C) gross profit is understated
• D) net income is understated

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