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 $10,000

2. Purchases for December 2014 $59,920

3. Sales for December 2014 $89,880

4. Standard gross profit percentage on sales revenue 15%.

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

Suggested solutions

COS = Sale X (1- gross profit margin)

COS = 89,880 X (1- 15 /100)

COS = 76,398

Inventory 1 December 2014 10,000
Add Purchase for December 2014 59,920
Less COS 76,398
= Inventory 31 December 2014 -6,478

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