Using USGAAP, a Merchandising Firm Is Trying to Decide Between Using

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Essay

Using U.S.GAAP, a merchandising firm is trying to decide between using LIFO or FIFO for an inventory cost flow assumption.The firm had inventory purchases and sales over 3 years as follows:

The firm estimates that using LIFO will cost the firm $50 for additional clerical work. The tax rate for all years is 30%. Net income before cost of goods sold for each year is as follows:

Year 1 - $1,000
Year 2 - $2,000
Year 3 - $2,500

Required:

a. What is net income after taxes under each method for years 1 through 3?
b. Which method will result in a higher after tax cash flow for each year?

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