The Craig-Doran Partnership Owns Inventory That Was Purchased for $85,000

question 58

Multiple Choice

The Craig-Doran Partnership owns inventory that was purchased for $85,000, has a current replacement cost of $54,500, and is priced to sell for $98,000. At what amount should the inventory be recorded in the accounts of the new partnership if Alexis is to be admitted?

• A) $98,000
• B) $54,500
• C) $85,000
• D) $79,167

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