When Determining the International Aspects of Inventory Valuation

question 177

Multiple Choice

When determining the international aspects of inventory valuation:

• A) IFRS permits the use of LIFO.
• B) it can be difficult to compare a U.S. company against a foreign company if different inventory methods are used.
• C) inventory valuation is the only major difference between GAAP and IFRS.
• D) IFRS prohibits the use of FIFO.

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Definitions:

Direct Labor Budget

A projection of the total costs associated with the direct labor needed for a specific period, based on projected levels of production or services.

Direct Labor-Hour

Direct labor-hour refers to the amount of labor time spent by workers directly manufacturing a product or delivering a service, used as a basis for allocating overhead costs.

Labor Rate

The amount paid per hour of labor, including wages and sometimes additional benefits, for direct and indirect labor.

Direct Materials Purchase Budget

A financial plan that estimates the raw materials required for production and their associated costs, aiding in financial and operational planning.