Use This Inventory Information for the Month of May to Answer

question 22

Multiple Choice

Use this inventory information for the month of May to answer the following question. $\begin{array}{rlll}\text { May } &1& \text { Beginning inventory } & 20 \text { units @ } \$ 76 \\&7 & \text { Purchase } & 70 \text { units @ } \$ 80 \\&18 & \text { Sale } & 25 \text { units } \\&22 & \text { Purchase } & 10 \text { units @ } \$ 88 \\&29 & \text { Sale } & 40 \text { units }\end{array}$
Assuming that a periodic inventory system is used,what is ending inventory (rounded) under the average-cost method?

• A) $5,200
• B) $5,288
• C) $2,848
• D) $2,800

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Definitions:

Analysis of Receivables

The examination of accounts receivable to determine the likelihood of collection and to identify any potential issues or risks.

Uncollectible Receivables

Money owed to a company by customers that is considered unlikely to be paid and often written off as bad debts.

Allowance for Doubtful Accounts

An estimation of the amount of accounts receivable which may not be collectible, creating a reserve for potential bad debts.

Accounts Written Off

This refers to the process where businesses remove uncollectible accounts receivable from their accounting records because payment is no longer expected.