The Use of the FIFO Method Generally Increases Taxable Income

question 16

Multiple Choice

The use of the FIFO method generally increases taxable income:

• A)when inventory costs are constant.
• B)when inventory costs are declining.
• C)when inventory costs are increasing.
• D)under all circumstances.

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Definitions:

Fair Value

An estimate of the price at which an asset or liability could be exchanged in a current transaction between willing parties.

AASB 141

An Australian Accounting Standards Board standard that concerns agriculture, detailing the accounting for agricultural activity including the transformation of biological assets (living plants and animals) into agricultural produce.

IAS 41

The International Accounting Standard that deals with the accounting for agriculture, including the recognition and measurement of biological assets.

Biological Assets

Living plants or animals that are held by an entity for the purpose of selling them, producing agricultural produce, or providing services.