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The type of process loss that should not affect the cost of inventory value is _________.
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The type of process loss that should not affect the cost of inventory value is abnormal loss. Generally, an abnormal loss occurs because of negligence, carelessness, theft, mischief, fraud of employees, or inefficiency.
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In process costing, abnormal loss is caused by unexpected or avoidable conditions such as negligence, accidents, plant breakdowns, or inefficiencies. Because these losses are not an inherent part of the production process, they are excluded from the total production cost and do not affect the cost per unit of the product. Instead, the cost of abnormal loss is transferred directly to the Costing Profit and Loss Account as an expense for the period.