The October 1^st Inventory of the David Charles Company Had

question 46

Essay

The October 1^st inventory of the David Charles Company had a recorded cost of $19,500. Its retail value was $39,000. During the month of October, purchases in the amount of $30,320 (including freight of $320) were made and priced at retail for $67,000. Sales for the month of October amounted to $74,000. What is the October cost of goods sold and the ending inventory at cost and at retail?

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Definitions:

Disclosure

A requirement by corporations to provide shareholders and the public with accurate financial information, revealing the full financial performance and risks of the firm.

Dividends

Payments made by a corporation to its shareholder members, usually derived from the company's profits.

AASB 101

An accounting standard issued by the Australian Accounting Standards Board that prescribes the basis for presentation of general purpose financial statements.

Statement of Changes

A financial statement that shows how the equity of a company has changed over a certain period due to various reasons like profits, losses, or distributions.