ACCA F3 Incomplete

On 31 December 2014 the inventory of V was completely destroyed by fire. The following information is available.

1. Inventory at 1 December 2014 at cost $30,000

2. Purchases for December 2014 $25,680

3. Sales for December 2014 $38,520

4. Standard gross profit percentage on sales revenue 45%.

Based on this information, what is the amount of inventory destroyed?

Suggested solutions

COS = Sale X (1- gross profit margin)

COS = 38,520 X (1- 45 /100)

COS = 21,186

Inventory 1 December 2014 30,000
Add Purchase for December 2014 25,680
Less COS 21,186
= Inventory 31 December 2014 34,494

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