The Use of the Lower-Of-Cost-Or-Market Method for Inventory Is an Application

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The use of the lower-of-cost-or-market method for inventory is an application of the convention of conservatism.

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Definitions:

High-low Method

A technique used in managerial accounting to estimate fixed and variable costs based on the highest and lowest levels of activity.

Variable Cost

Costs that change in proportion to the activity or business volume, such as materials and labor directly involved in production.

Variable Cost Per Unit

The cost that varies with each unit of product produced, including costs like materials and labor that increase with production volume.

Variable Selling

Costs that vary directly with the level of sales or production volume, such as commissions or shipping charges.