Which of These Account Balances Is Not Reported on the Balance

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of these account balances is not reported on the balance sheet?

• A) Cost of sales
• B) Materials inventory
• C) Work in progress inventory
• D) Finished goods inventory

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