If a company mistakenly counts less items during a physical inventory than actually exist, how will the error affect the cost of merchandise sold?
A) understated
B) overstated
C) no change
D) only inventory will be affected

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If fewer items are counted, the ending inventory will be understated, leading to an overstatement of the cost of goods sold.

If a Company Mistakenly Counts Less Items During a Physical