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Inventory Valuation Methods [CLOs: 2, 3]

Prior to beginning work on this discussion forum, read Chapter 5: Merchandising Operations and the Multiple-Step Income Statement and Chapter 6: Reporting and Analyzing Inventory in your course text.

In your initial post,

• Identify the differences between F.I.F.O., L.I.F.O., and the average-cost method of inventory valuation.
  • Be sure to include the effects of each method on cost of goods sold and net income in your answer.
• Discuss the differences between the physical movement of goods and cost flow assumptions.
  • Your answer should illustrate understanding of the three major inventory valuation methods, and the relationship between physical inventory flow and cost flow assumptions.