Question

When inventory declines in value below original (historical) cost, and this decline is considered other than temporary, what is the maximum amount that the inventory can be valued at

Answer 1

Answer:

Net realizable value

Explanation:

Net realizable value is the value gotten after taken out purchases from the estimated selling price of an inventory. This means that the net realizable value on an inventory at disposal is higher than the cost when it was originally purchased. It is to be noted that an increase in the value of inventory are recognized at the point of sale.

However, with regards to the above, inventory may be recorded at net realizable value if there are no tangible costs associated with disposal, there exist a controlled market with a price that is already quoted or the inventory is made up of gold, silver or general precious metals and agricultural products.