Shazam Company had 16,000 units in its beginning inventory. During the year, the company’s variable production costs were P6 per unit and fixed manufacturing overhead costs were P4 per unit. The company’s net income for the year was P24,000 lower under absorption costing than it was under variable costing. How many units does the company have in its ending inventory? Select one: a. 10,000 units b. 4,000 units c. 6,000 units d. 22,000 units

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Shazam Company had 16,000 units in its beginning inventory. During the year, the company’s variable production costs were P6 per unit and fixed manufacturing overhead costs were P4 per unit. The company’s net income for the year was P24,000 lower under absorption costing than it was under variable costing. How many units does the company have in its ending inventory?
Select one:
a. 10,000 units
b. 4,000 units
c. 6,000 units
d. 22,000 units
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