In a periodic inventory system,understating the amount of ending inventory will cause an understatement of gross profit in the current year.

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In a periodic inventory system, gross profit is determined by subtracting cost of goods sold from net sales. If the amount of ending inventory is understated, it will result in a higher cost of goods sold, and thus a lower gross profit.

In a Periodic Inventory System,understating the Amount of Ending Inventory