Asked by Mariela Arches on May 12, 2024

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In a period of inflation the cost flow method that results in the lowest income taxes is the

A) FIFO method.
B) LIFO method.
C) average-cost method.
D) gross profit method.

Inflation

The rate at which the general level of prices for goods and services is rising, and subsequently, purchasing power is falling.

LIFO Method

Last-In, First-Out, an inventory valuation method where the most recently produced or acquired items are the first to be expensed.

Income Taxes

Taxes imposed by the government on the income generated by individuals or entities within their jurisdiction.

  • Assess the significance of alternate inventory valuation methods on the composition of financial statements and the resulting tax considerations.
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Analiz RiveraMay 15, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
During inflation, the Last In, First Out (LIFO) method results in the lowest income taxes because it matches the most recent (and typically higher) costs against current revenues, leading to lower reported profits and thus lower taxes.