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Chapter 7, Problem 7.21E
(Chapter Supplement A) Analyzing the Effects of a Reduction in the Amount of LIFO Inventory
In its annual report, ConocoPhillips reported that the company decreased its inventory levels during 2011. ConocoPhillips's 2011 financial statements contain the following note:
In 2011, a liquidation of LIFO inventory values increased net income attributable to ConocoPhillips $160 million, of which $155 million was attributable to the R&M segment.
Required:
- 1. Explain why the reduction in inventory quantity increased net income for ConocoPhillips.
- 2. If ConocoPhillips had used FIFO, would the reductions in inventory quantity during the two years have increased net income? Explain.
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