During August, the First Month of the Fiscal Year, Sales

question 118

Essay

During August, the first month of the fiscal year, sales totaled $875,000 and the cost of merchandise available for sale totaled $700,000. Estimate the cost of the merchandise inventory as of August 31, based on an estimated gross profit rate of 45%.

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Definitions:

Customer Benefit Approach

A sales strategy focusing on communicating the advantages and positive outcomes that a customer will gain from a product or service.

Referral

The act of recommending a product, service, or company to someone else, often based on personal experience.

Complimentary

Expressing a polite or flattering comment towards someone or something, or items given for free in connection with a purchase or promotional activity.