An Asset Can Be Disposed of By

question 120

Multiple Choice

An asset can be disposed of by:

• A) Discarding it.
• B) Selling it.
• C) Exchanging it for another asset.
• D) Donating it to charity.
• E) All of these.

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Definitions:

Periodic Inventory System

An inventory accounting system where inventory levels are updated and cost of goods sold is calculated at the end of an accounting period.

Perpetual Inventory System

A method of keeping track of inventory in real-time, where inventory levels are updated after every sale or purchase transaction.

FOB Shipping Point

A term used in shipping agreements indicating that the buyer is responsible for the cost of shipping and risk of loss from the shipping point.

Credit Terms

Conditions under which credit is extended by a seller to a buyer, detailing the repayment period, any discounts for early payment, and penalties for late payment.