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9. The Divine Merchandising Corporation began March operations with merchandise

ID: 2383707 • Letter: 9

Question

9. The Divine Merchandising Corporation began March operations with merchandise inventory of 6 units, each of which cost $27. During March, Divine Merchandising made the following purchases: (1) March 4, 12 units @ $28 per unit, (2) March 15, 18 units @ $30 per unit, (3) March 26, 14 units @ $32 per unit. During March the Company sold the following units at a sales price of $48 per unit: March 6, 11 units, March 20, 17 units, March 28, 12 units. Operating expenses in March were $640. The Company estimates its income taxes expense will be approximately 35% of income before taxes.

Using the FIFO inventory method, determine the income taxes expense for March. Round your answer to the nearest whole dollar.

A) $40
B) $74
C) $754
D) $1,920
E) $114

Explanation / Answer

D) $1,920