Compare and Contrast the Effect on Net Income, Cost of Goods

question 126

Essay

Compare and contrast the effect on net income, cost of goods sold, and inventory of the FIFO, LIFO, and weighted-average cost flow assumptions.

Identify and explain the time focus of financial planning.

Know the necessity of external financing when a firm anticipates strong sales growth.

Understand the components and importance of pro forma statements in financial planning.

Identify the financial planning method that varies accounts based on predicted sales level.

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