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Lesson · Financial statements

Inventory at year end: counting, costing and write-downs

Value Baobab's closing inventory at the lower of cost and selling price less costs to complete and sell.

9 minutes Standard as at 30 October 2026

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What you will be able to do

  • Value Baobab's closing inventory at the lower of cost and selling price less costs to complete and sell
  • Record a write-down of damaged stock

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