Final answer:
The ending inventory under the lower of cost and net realizable value calculation considers the cost and NRV of each unit and the lower value is selected. The resulting ending inventory is $2,145 with the necessary adjusting entry to inventory reflecting any write-down to record inventory at the lower value among the cost and NRV.
Step-by-step explanation:
Ending Inventory Calculation
To calculate the ending inventory under the lower of cost and net realizable value, we compare the cost and NRV for each unit and choose the lower value for the inventory valuation:
- Unit A: 14 units × $38 (cost) = $532, since cost is lower than NRV ($40).
- Unit B: 22 units × $39 (NRV) = $858, since NRV is lower than cost ($42).
- Unit C: 16 units × $27 (cost) = $432, since cost is lower than NRV ($31).
- Unit D: 19 units × $17 (NRV) = $323, since NRV is lower than cost ($18).
Adding these together, the ending inventory is $532 + $858 + $432 + $323 = $2,145.
Adjusting Entry to Inventory
The adjusting entry would reflect any write-down of the inventory (if the cost was previously recorded at a higher amount than NRV). If the units were already at the lower cost, no adjusting entry is necessary. However, suppose the previous value of Unit B inventory at cost was $924 (22 units × $42). The write-down would be $924 (previous value) - $858 (lower NRV) = $66. Therefore, the adjusting entry would be:
- Debit Loss on Inventory Write-down: $66
- Credit Inventory: $66
If all units were at or below NRV, then No Journal Entry Required.