Question 10
The lower-of-cost-or-market practice is based on the
entity concept. |
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conservatism principle. |
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reliability principle. |
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historical cost concept. |
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consistency principle. |
The answer is conservatism principle.
Conservatism principle states that anticipated expenses should be recognized but not revenues
Hence, the value of inventory is recognized at lower of cost or market value
Historical concept states that historical cost should be used
Consistency principle states that accounting policies used should be consistent over time
Entity concept states that entity is different from its owners
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