Which one of the following methods of inventory costing yields highest taxable income?
A. FIFO
B. LIFO
C. AVCO or averrage cost
D. Standard cost method
Answer: Option A
Solution(By Examveda Team)
FIFO methods of inventory costing yields highest taxable income. First-in, first-out, or FIFO, applies the earliest costs first. In rising markets, FIFO yields the lowest cost of goods sold and the highest taxable income.This Question Belongs to Commerce >> Accounting
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