CPV Formula:
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CPV (Cost of Goods Sold) in absorption costing represents the total cost of products sold during a period, including all manufacturing costs (direct materials, direct labor, and both variable and fixed manufacturing overhead).
The calculator uses the absorption costing formula:
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Explanation: This formula calculates the total cost of goods that were actually sold during the accounting period under absorption costing method.
Details: Accurate CPV calculation is essential for determining gross profit, preparing financial statements, making pricing decisions, and evaluating inventory management efficiency.
Tips: Enter all values in dollars. Ensure inventory values are consistent (same valuation method). All values must be non-negative numbers.
Q1: What's the difference between absorption and variable costing?
A: Absorption costing includes all manufacturing costs (fixed and variable) in product cost, while variable costing includes only variable manufacturing costs.
Q2: How does inventory affect CPV calculation?
A: Higher ending inventory reduces CPV, while lower ending inventory increases CPV, affecting reported profitability.
Q3: What costs are included in direct costs?
A: Direct materials, direct labor, and both variable and fixed manufacturing overhead costs.
Q4: When should absorption costing be used?
A: Absorption costing is required for external financial reporting under GAAP and IFRS accounting standards.
Q5: How does CPV affect financial statements?
A: CPV is subtracted from revenue to calculate gross profit on the income statement and affects inventory valuation on the balance sheet.