Problem 5-33_Clear Photography, Inc_Inventory Valuation

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Problem 5-33_Clear Photography, Inc_Inventory Valuation

Problem 5-33 Effect of different inventory cost flow methods on financial statements

The accounting records of Clear Photography, Inc., reflected the following balances as of

January 1, 2012:

Cash $18,000

Beginning inventory 13,500 (150 units @ $90)

Common stock 15,000

Retained earnings 16,500

The following five transactions occurred in 2012:
1. First purchase (cash) 120 units @ $92
2. Second purchase (cash) 200 units @ $100
3. Sales (all cash) 300 units @ $185
4. Paid $15,000 cash for operating expenses.
5. Paid cash for income tax at the rate of 40 percent of income before taxes.

Required

a. Compute the cost of goods sold and ending inventory, assuming (1) FIFO cost flow, (2) LIFO
cost flow, and (3) weighted-average cost flow.