Explain When It Is Better to Use the Continuous Inventory

question 36

Essay

Explain when it is better to use the continuous inventory system and when it is better to use the periodic inventory system.Discuss how the ABC classification system provides guidance in selecting one versus the other.

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Definitions:

Write-Off

An accounting action whereby the value of a bad debt or an asset is reduced to zero, acknowledging it as a loss.

Average Collection Period

The average time it takes for a company to receive payments from its customers.

Accounts Receivable Turnover

A financial metric that measures how efficiently a company collects its receivables or the credit it extends to customers.

Accounts Receivable Turnover

A financial ratio indicating how quickly a company collects cash from credit sales by measuring the number of times accounts receivable are collected during a period.