In a Perpetual Inventory System

question 42

Multiple Choice

In a perpetual inventory system:

• A) Merchandising transactions are recorded as they occur.
• B) No effort is made to record the Cost of Goods Sold until year-end.
• C) Entries are made in the Cost of Goods Sold account whenever goods is purchased or sold.
• D) The need for ever taking physical inventory is eliminated.

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