a thing that goes on and on
periodic takes place on an irregular schedule where perpetual is a constant state of inventory
Perpetual system Perpetual system
no
Perpetual
Yes
periodic takes place on an irregular schedule where perpetual is a constant state of inventory
Perpetual system Perpetual system
perpetual
no
Perpetual
Yes
inventory
Purchases
Perpetual System is that system in which company continuously updates the value of inventory while in periodic system inventory valuation is done only for closing inventory when company done physical inventory calculation.
The discounts reduce the cost of the merchandise inventory.
A perpetual system does not account for theft.
Under the perpetual inventory system, when merchandise is purchased for cash, the transaction is recorded by debiting the Inventory account and crediting the Cash account. This reflects the increase in inventory and the decrease in cash due to the purchase. The perpetual system continuously updates inventory records with each purchase or sale, providing real-time inventory levels.