Which of the following statements does not accurately describe the effects of a write-down of inventory on December 31,2018 using the lower of cost or net realizable value valuation method?
A)The 2018 gross profit decreases.
B)The 2019 cost of goods sold is effectively decreased if the inventory is sold during 2019.
C)The 2018 ending inventory is decreased.
D)The 2019 gross profit is not affected if the inventory is sold during 2019.

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The write-down of inventory on December 31, 2018, will not affect the 2019 gross profit if the inventory is sold during 2019 because the cost of sales will be reduced by the amount of the write-down. Therefore, Choice D is the statement that accurately describes the effects of a write-down of inventory on December 31, 2018, using the lower of cost or net realizable value valuation method.

Which of the Following Statements Does Not Accurately Describe the Effects