Asked by Shanelle States on May 10, 2024
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The journal entry to record the return of a purchase of inventory under the periodic system includes a:
A) debit to Sales.
B) credit to Purchases Returns and Allowances.
C) credit to Merchandise Inventory.
D) credit to Sales.
Periodic System
An inventory accounting system where goods are physically counted at the end of a specific period to determine the cost of goods sold and ending inventory.
Purchases Returns and Allowances
Refers to a reduction in the cost of purchases due to items being returned or allowances provided by the seller for damaged or unsatisfactory goods.
Merchandise Inventory
Goods that a company holds for the purpose of sale to customers in the ordinary course of business.
- Determine the accounts used and the subsequent effects in the periodic inventory system.
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Learning Objectives
- Determine the accounts used and the subsequent effects in the periodic inventory system.
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