Asked by Smooth Deion on Jul 12, 2024

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Which of the following is not a cost of carrying inventory?

A) Breakage and theft
B) Obsolescence
C) Financing and storage costs
D) Slower inventory turnover

Inventory Turnover

A ratio showing how many times a company has sold and replaced inventory over a certain period of time, indicating the efficiency of inventory management.

Financing Costs

Expenses associated with raising capital through debt or equity.

Obsolescence

The process of becoming outdated or no longer used, often due to technological advances.

  • Investigate the principles of inventory management pertinent to financial management, covering topics such as EOQ and the expenses associated with maintaining inventory.
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Emily VargasJul 12, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Slower inventory turnover is a consequence of having too much inventory, not a direct cost of carrying it. Costs of carrying inventory typically include breakage and theft, obsolescence, and financing and storage costs.