When Preparing an Unadjusted Trial Balance Using a Periodic Inventory

question 161

Multiple Choice

When preparing an unadjusted trial balance using a periodic inventory system, the amount shown for Merchandise Inventory is:

• A) The ending inventory amount.
• B) The beginning inventory amount.
• C) Equal to the cost of goods sold.
• D) Equal to the cost of goods purchased.
• E) Equal to the gross profit.

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