Moving Average Method Definition | Becker

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Moving Average Method

The moving average method of inventory accounting computes the weighted average cost after each purchase. A perpetual inventory system is necessary to use the moving average method. See also specific identification method and FIFO method and weighted average method and LIFO method.

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Specific Identification Method [FAR]FIFO Method [FAR]Weighted Average Method [FAR]LIFO Method [FAR]Back to Dictionary

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