The Lower-Of-Cost-Or-Market Rule for Inventory Is Based on the Accounting

question 111

Multiple Choice

The lower-of-cost-or-market rule for inventory is based on the accounting principle(s) of:

• A)relevance.
• B)representational faithfulness.
• C)disclosure.
• D)A and B.

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Definitions:

Average Cost Flow

An inventory valuation method that calculates the cost of goods sold and ending inventory based on the weighted average cost of all inventory items available for sale.

Ending Inventory

Ending inventory is the total value of goods available for sale at the end of an accounting period.

Inventory Items

Inventory items refer to the goods and materials that a business holds for the ultimate goal of resale or processing.

Gross Amount

The total sum before any deductions are made, such as taxes or discounts.