Discuss generally how product and period costs should be recognized at interim dates. Also discuss how inventory and cost of goods sold may be afforded special accounting treatment at interim dates.

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Inventory Accounting

Inventory accounting is that branch of accounting that helps in determining the specific value of assets at different stages of production and development.