Under a perpetual inventory system the cost of goods sold is determined each time a sale occurs.

Perpetual Inventory

An inventory management system where records are continuously updated to reflect sales, purchases, and stock levels in real-time.

Cost Of Goods Sold

The direct costs attributable to the production of goods sold by a company, including materials and labor.

Sale Occurs

The event in which goods or services are transferred from a seller to a buyer for monetary consideration.