Question

Data related to the inventories of Kimzey Medical Supply are presented below:

Answer 1

Answer:

c. $155.

Explanation:

Kimzey Medical Supply's merchandise inventory:

                  Surgical equip.  Surgical supplies  Rehab equip.  Rehab  supplies

Selling price          $335              $195                   $415                    $240

Cost                       $245              $165                   $325                   $237

Replacement         $315              $155                    $310                    $233

cost

Net RV                   $275              $175                    $375                   $200

If we apply the lower of cost or market rule for determining the value of surgical equipment, its value would be: $155 because the replacement cost  (or market price) is lower than the historical cost or the net realizable value.

When we use the lower of cost or market rule, we should value our inventory at the lowest value between original purchase cost, replacement (or market) price or net realizable value.