The Difference Between Net Sales and the Cost of Goods

question 92

Multiple Choice

The difference between net sales and the cost of goods sold equals the _____.

• A)net profit before taxes
• B)total costs
• C)operating expenses
• D)gross profit

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Definitions:

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