If market price falls below purchase price, which valuation is recommended?
ALower of cost or market
BRetail price method
CHigher of cost or market
DOriginal cost always
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Lower of cost or market
Prudence requires the fall in value to be offset against the period's income, so the lower figure is used.
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