The FIFO Method Provides a Major Advantage Over the Weighted-Average

question 69

Multiple Choice

The FIFO method provides a major advantage over the weighted-average method in that:

• A)the calculation of equivalent units is less complex under the FIFO method.
• B)the FIFO method treats units in the beginning inventory as if they were started and completed during the current period.
• C)the FIFO method provides measurements of work done during the current period.
• D)the weighted-average method ignores units in the beginning and ending work in process inventories.

Recognize the role of modern technology in the adoption of inventory systems.

Understand the treatment of inventory purchases and costs under different inventory systems.

Identify the legal and accounting treatment of inventory ownership and consignment.

Grasp the differences between various costing methods (absorption, variable) and their impact on financial reporting.

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