Based Upon the Following Data,determine the Cost of Goods Sold

question 23

Essay

Based upon the following data,determine the cost of goods sold for April.
$$\begin{array} { l r } \text { Inventory, April 1 } & 85,560 \\\text { Inventory, April 30 } & 96,330 \\\text { Purchases } & 373,880 \\\text { Purchases returns and allowances } & 14,760 \\\text { Purchases discounts } & 10,900 \\\text { Transportation In } & 4,135\end{array}$$

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