What is (are)the main reason(s)for not using LIFO?
A) Inflation is very limited today in developed economies and there is often simultaneously inflation and deflation on different products or resources thus the reporting benefit of LIFO might not be significant.
B) With even a small inflation,the LIFO-based taxable income would be less than it would be under FIFO or WAC and,if there is deflation,LIFO might create larger swings in taxable income levels than would WAC or FIFO.
C) LIFO in periods of heavy inflation may lead to a negative valuation of an inventory that is physically real,thus giving less credibility to the balance sheet.
D) All of these

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All of these reasons contribute to the main reason for not using LIFO. Inflation is limited in developed economies, there may be swings in taxable income levels with LIFO, and LIFO may give less credibility to the balance sheet in periods of heavy inflation. Therefore, it is best to avoid using LIFO in most cases.

What Is (Are)the Main Reason(s)for Not Using LIFO