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March 18, 2026The Accounting Review

The Managerial Use of Data Obtainable in Conjunction With Lifo.

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MGMyron J. Gordon

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Overview

This article reviews how the LIFO method of inventory valuation aids management in decision-making, indicating its advantages over FIFO.

Key Points

  • The article examines the integration of the LIFO inventory valuation method with management accounting practices.
  • Reviewed the LIFO theory and its application in inventory valuation.
  • Provided examples of data needed for calculating LIFO inventory and costs.
  • Analyzed the effectiveness of LIFO compared to FIFO in periodic reporting.
  • Demonstrated that LIFO complements internal accounting systems while FIFO may conflict.
  • Highlighted challenges FIFO firms face compared to LIFO firms.
  • Established that purchasing strategies significantly impact inventory management success.

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Myron J. Gordon (1956) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69ba426d4e9516ffd37a2af5https://doi.org/10.2308/tar-7058965
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  4. 4APPLICATION OF STATISTICAL SAMPLING TECHNIQUES TO LIFO INVENTORY VALUATION.1954
  5. 5A Note on Estimating the Economic Impact of the LIFO Method of Inventory Valuation.1976