A. Based on the fundamental principle of IAS2, identify two (2) circumstances where the NRV of inventory might be lower than its cost?
B. Storm Inc. had 500 units of Product X at 30 June 2020 in inventory. The product had been purchased at list price of $18 per unit and normally sells for $24 per unit.
Additional information relating to the units in inventory: VAT – 10%; wharehousing cost – $0.55 per unit; purchase discount – $0.40 per unit; carriage inwards – $0.60 per unit.
Recently , Product X started to deteriorate but can still be sold for $24 per unit, provided that some rectification/re-packaging work is undertaken at a cost of $3 per unit.
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At what amount would Product X be required to be stated on 30 June 2020? Provide detailed analysis to support your answer
