For Merchandising Firms, Contribution Margin Will Always Be a Lesser

question 77

True/False

For merchandising firms, contribution margin will always be a lesser amount than gross margin.

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Definitions:

Determining Cost of Inventory

Involves valuing the items sold and those remaining in stock by allocating costs based on specific identification, FIFO, LIFO, or weighted average methods.

FIFO

"First In, First Out," an inventory valuation method where goods first added to inventory are the first ones to be used or sold.

LIFO

Last In, First Out, an inventory valuation method where the last items placed in inventory are the first to be used or sold.

Inventory Control

The supervision of the supply, storage, and accessibility of items in order to ensure an adequate supply without excessive oversupply.