Merchandising

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What is a perpetual inventory system?

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A perpetual inventory system is a method of tracking inventory that updates records in real-time with each transaction.

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How does a perpetual inventory system differ from a periodic inventory system?

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A perpetual inventory system updates inventory records continuously, while a periodic system updates them at specific intervals.

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Which of the following is a benefit of using a perpetual inventory system? It reduces the need for real-time data., It eliminates the need for inventory management software., It provides accurate inventory levels at any given time., It requires less initial setup compared to other systems.

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It provides accurate inventory levels at any given time.

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What type of balance sheet account is "Sales Returns and Allowances"?

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Contra [revenue] account

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When giving someone store credit, how would you journal this?

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Debit Sales Returns and Allowance, Credit AP

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What is the primary purpose of a contra revenue account like "Sales Returns and Allowances"?

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To offset sales revenue and reflect returns or allowances

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Which of the following transactions would require a journal entry in a perpetual inventory system? Monthly inventory count, Sale of merchandise, Annual financial audit, Employee salary payment

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Sale of merchandise

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How does a store credit affect the financial statements of a business?

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Increases liabilities

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When purchasing an asset on account, what are my debits and credits? Options: Debit Accounts Receivable, Credit Inventory, Debit Purchases, Credit Accounts Payable, Debit Accounts Payable, Credit Sales Revenue, Debit Cash, Credit Inventory

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Debit Purchases, Credit Accounts Payable

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What is the impact of a perpetual inventory system on financial reporting?

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It provides more accurate and timely financial information by continuously updating inventory records.