8. Assertion (A) Increasing the value of closing inventory increases profit. Reason (R) Increasing the value of closing inventory reduces cost of goods sold.

[amp_mcq option1=”Both (A) and (R) are true” option2=”(A) is true, but (R) is false” option3=”(A) is false, but (R) is true” option4=”Both (A) and (R) are false” correct=”option2″]

Detailed SolutionAssertion (A) Increasing the value of closing inventory increases profit. Reason (R) Increasing the value of closing inventory reduces cost of goods sold.

10. Which of the following statements is true about estimated costs and standard costs?

[amp_mcq option1=”Standard costs are based on scientific analysis and engineering studies, while estimated costs are based on a historical basis” option2=”Standard cost emphasis is on ‘what cost will be’, while estimated cost emphasis is on ‘what cost should be'” option3=”Standard costs are frequently revised compared to the estimated cost” option4=”Estimated costs are stable than standard costs” correct=”option2″]

Detailed SolutionWhich of the following statements is true about estimated costs and standard costs?