Practice mode Accounting

Goods are sold for 2,000 at a profit of 25% on cost. What is the cost of goods sold?

Correct answer C. 1,600

Explanation

With profit at 25% of cost, sales equal 125% of cost, so cost = 2,000 / 1.25 = 1,600.

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