Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) Explained
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دسته‌های هزینه‌هایی که به هزینه‌های عمومی تعلق دارند شامل کدامیک از گزینه‌های زیر است؟

  • هزینه برچسب‌زنی محصولات
  • حقوق پرداختی به کارکنان
  • هزینه تبلیغات و بازاریابی
  • اجاره، آب، برق (correct)
  • چرا محاسبه هزینه فروش کالا‌ها برای کسب‌وکارها حیاتی است؟

  • برای انتخاب تامین‌کنندگان به روشنی
  • برای بهبود محاسبه مالیات و وام‌دهی
  • برای سریع‌تر شدن فرآیند تولید
  • برای فهم قیمت‌گذاری محصولات (correct)
  • به چه عنوان هزینه فروش کالا‌ها به کسب‌وکارها در انتخاب تامین‌کنندگان کمک می‌کند؟

  • کمک می‌کند تا تامین‌کنندگان دریافت کار فهمیدنی باشند
  • ارزش مواد اولیه را مشخص می‌کند
  • موجب افزایش حجم تقاضا می‌شود
  • اجازه می‌دهد تا هزینه‌های مختلف تامین‌کنندگان مقایسه شوند (correct)
  • چه مزیتی از محاسبه دقیق هزینه فروش کالا‌ها درباره مارج زمانی حاصل از محصولات به کسب‌وکارها می‌رسد؟

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    چه ترکیبی از موارد در محاسبه هزینه فروش کالا‌ها مورد استفاده قرار می‌گیرد؟

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    چرا اطلاعات دقیق در مورد هزینه فروش کالا‌ها برای گزارش‌دهی مالیاتی اهمیت دارد؟

    <p>برای انجام محاسبات مالیاتی صحیح</p> Signup and view all the answers

    چه مواردی در هزینه فروش کالاها (COGS) در بر می گیرند؟

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    هزینه های مستقیم محصول چه مواردی شامل می شود؟

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    برای تعیین سود خالص گروهی چه موردی از COGS کسر شده است؟

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    چه مواردی شامل موارد هزینه ای در COGS هستند؟

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    هزینه های مستقیم محصول چه مواردی شامل می شود؟

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    کدام یک از موارد زیر شامل هزینه های مستقیم محصول نمی شوند؟

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    Study Notes

    Cost of Goods Sold (COGS)

    Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) refers to the direct costs of goods produced or purchased and sold by a business. It includes the cost of raw materials, labor, supplies, overhead costs, and other direct expenses related to the production or acquisition of goods for resale. COGS is an important metric for businesses because it helps determine the gross profit, which is calculated by subtracting COGS from sales revenue. Gross profit is a measure of a company's profitability and efficiency in managing its costs.

    What Is Included in Cost of Goods Sold?

    Cost of goods sold includes several components:

    1. Cost of Items Intended for Resale: This includes the cost of purchasing goods for resale, such as inventory for a retail store or raw materials for a manufacturer.
    2. Cost of Raw Materials: This is the cost of the materials used to produce a product, such as the cost of metals, fabrics, or other materials in manufacturing.
    3. Cost of Parts Used to Make a Product: This refers to the cost of components that go into a finished product, such as screws, bolts, or other parts in manufacturing.
    4. Direct Labor Costs: This is the cost of the labor directly involved in producing or selling the product, such as the wages paid to assembly line workers.
    5. Supplies Used in Making or Selling the Product: This includes the cost of any supplies used in the production or sale of the product, such as packaging materials or marketing materials.
    6. Overhead Costs: These are indirect costs associated with the production or sale of the product, such as rent, utilities, or insurance.
    7. Container Costs: This refers to the cost of any containers or packaging used to transport or store the product.

    Importance of Cost of Goods Sold

    Accurate calculation of COGS is essential for businesses for several reasons:

    1. Pricing: COGS helps businesses set prices for their products by determining the minimum cost at which they can sell to break even.
    2. Supplier Selection: COGS enables businesses to evaluate the cost of goods from different suppliers and make informed decisions about which supplier to use.
    3. Profit Margin: COGS is used to calculate the profit margin on products, which can help businesses identify underperforming products and make decisions about pricing and production.
    4. Business Efficiency: COGS can help businesses evaluate their operational efficiency by identifying areas where costs can be reduced to increase profitability.
    5. Taxes and Borrowing: Accurate COGS information is required for tax reporting and can also impact a business's borrowing ability when scaling up.

    Calculating Cost of Goods Sold

    There are two primary methods to calculate COGS:

    Method One

    COGS can be calculated using the following formula:

    (Beginning Inventory + Purchases/Production of the Period) – Ending Inventory = COGS

    In this method, the beginning inventory represents the value of inventory at the start of the period, purchases/production refers to the cost of any goods bought or manufactured during the period, and ending inventory represents the value of inventory at the end of the period.

    Method Two

    Alternatively, COGS can be calculated as the cost of goods made or bought, adjusted according to changes in inventory. For example, if 500 units are made or bought, but inventory rises by 50 units, then the cost of 450 units is the COGS. If inventory decreases by 50 units, the cost of 550 units is the COGS.

    Cost of Goods Sold vs. Operating Expenses

    COGS and operating expenses (OPEX) are different aspects of a business's financial structure. COGS refers to the direct costs of producing or acquiring goods for resale, while OPEX includes all other expenses not directly related to the production or sale of goods, such as rent, utilities, and marketing expenses.

    Conclusion

    Cost of goods sold is a crucial metric for any business that sells products or services. Accurately calculating COGS helps businesses set prices, manage costs, and evaluate their operational efficiency. By understanding the components of COGS and the methods to calculate it, businesses can make informed decisions about their product pricing, supplier selection, and overall financial performance.

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    Learn about the Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) and its importance in determining a business's profitability and efficiency. Explore the components included in COGS, methods of calculation, and its significance in pricing, supplier selection, profit margins, business efficiency, taxes, and borrowing.

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