Saunders Corp

question 2

Multiple Choice

Saunders Corp., which accounts for inventory using the LIFO method, had 2,000 units in beginning inventory at a cost of $40 and had purchased 500 more for $43.During the quarter, 1,300 units were sold.It is expected that the ending inventory at year end will be 1,800 units as Saunders anticipates purchasing additional units for $45.The debit to cost of goods sold for the quarter would be:

• A)​$53,500
• B)​$56,500
• C)​$55,000
• D)​$58,500

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Definitions:

Capital Budgeting

The process a business undertakes to evaluate and prioritize investments in long-term assets based on their potential to generate income.

Incremental Sales

Sales generated over and above a predefined baseline, often used to measure the effectiveness of sales promotions or new marketing strategies.

Operating Expenses

The costs associated with the normal day-to-day operations of a business, excluding costs directly related to producing goods.

Capital Budgeting

The method of assessing and choosing investments for the long term that align with the company's objective of maximizing wealth.