Which of the Following Formulas Determine Cost of Goods Sold

question 183

Multiple Choice

Which of the following formulas determine cost of goods sold in a merchandising entity?

• A) Beginning inventory + Purchases + Ending inventory = Cost of goods sold
• B) Beginning inventory + Purchases - Ending inventory = Costs of goods sold
• C) Beginning inventory - Purchases + Ending inventory = Cost of goods sold
• D) Beginning inventory - Ending inventory - Purchases = Cost of goods sold

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Definitions:

Ordinary Shares

Equity securities that entitle their holders to vote at shareholder meetings and to receive dividends, representing ownership in a corporation.

Equity Carrying Amount

A rephrased new definition: The recorded book value of an equity investment in the financial statements, reflecting adjustments for profits, losses, and other relevant transactions.

Investment

The allocation of resources, such as time, money, or effort, in the expectation of generating a future benefit or profit.

Equity Carrying Amount

The net amount at which an asset or liability is reported in the balance sheet, often referring to the value of an investment in another entity after adjustments.