The use of computers has been a breakthrough for the perpetual inventory system. Many retail businesses use optical-scan cash registers to read ____________. The scanners record the sale and, at the same time, update the inventory records with the cost of the sale.

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Barcodes are unique identifiers that are scanned by optical-scan cash registers. They provide information about the product, including its price and other details. By scanning the barcode, the sale is recorded and the inventory records are updated with the cost of the sale, making it an effective way to manage perpetual inventory.

The Use of Computers Has Been a Breakthrough for the Perpetual