Describe the Difference(s) Between Accounting for Sales Under the Periodic

question 152

Essay

Describe the difference(s) between accounting for sales under the periodic and the perpetual inventory accounting systems.

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Definitions:

Cost of Goods Sold

The total cost of materials and labor directly tied to the production of goods sold by a company during a specific period.

Cost of Goods Available for Sale

The total cost of inventory that a company has in stock and is available to be sold, including both beginning inventory and purchases made.

Sales Discount

A reduction in the selling price offered by a seller to a buyer, usually to encourage prompt payment.

Sales Allowance

A reduction in the selling price of goods, granted by the seller to the customer for partial refund due to minor defects or issues in the sold goods.