Accounting 9706 · AS & A Level · Preparation of financial statements

Preparation of financial statements — practice question

L plc is a manufacturing enterprise. For the year ended 31 December 2017, the overall prime cost was $350000. A selection of balances and further details is given for use in preparing manufacturing accounts.
(a(i))[2]

Explain what is meant by prime cost.

(a(ii))[2]

Explain what is meant by work in progress.

(b)[13]

Using the information given, prepare the manufacturing account for the year ended 31 December 2018.

(c)[8]

Discuss whether inventory ought to have been recognised at this amount. Support your view by referring to relevant accounting concepts and suitable calculations.

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