An inventory which consists of stock waiting to be used In the process of manufacturing is known as ___________?

Correct answer: C. direct materials inventory

  • A. finished goods inventory
  • B. indirect material inventory
  • C. direct materials inventory
  • D. work in process inventory

Explanation

Direct materials inventory consists of raw materials held for use in manufacturing and traceable to the finished product. Work-in-process inventory has already entered production but is not yet complete.

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