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 $60,000

2. Purchases for December 2014 $51,360

3. Sales for December 2014 $77,040

4. Standard gross profit percentage on sales revenue 30%.

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

Suggested solutions

COS = Sale X (1- gross profit margin)

COS = 77,040 X (1- 30 /100)

COS = 53,928

Inventory 1 December 2014 60,000
Add Purchase for December 2014 51,360
Less COS 53,928
= Inventory 31 December 2014 57,432

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