The Primary Difference Between a Periodic and Perpetual Inventory System

question 165

Multiple Choice

The primary difference between a periodic and perpetual inventory system is that a

• A) periodic system determines the inventory on hand only at the end of the accounting period
• B) periodic system keeps a record showing the inventory on hand at all times
• C) periodic system provides an easy means to determine inventory shrinkage
• D) periodic system records the cost of the sale on the date the sale is made

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Definitions:

Growth Opportunities

Potential scenarios or projects that might result in an increase of value or expansion for a business.

Earnings Per Share

A financial metric that divides a company's profit available to shareholders by the outstanding shares, indicating the profitability on a per-share basis.

Required Rate Of Return

The minimum annual percentage of gain an investment must generate to be considered acceptable to an investor.

Non-Voting Common Stock

Shares that give the shareholder ownership rights in a company but do not grant voting power in corporate decisions.