This discussion explains the First-In, First-Out (FIFO) method for valuing inventory, using a petrol distributor as an example. It details how to calculate the closing inventory value, cost of goods sold, and profit or loss for a given period, considering opening stock, purchases, and sales figures.
Ok , It's Total 20000 ltrs ( 10000 opening balances and purchase 10000 ltr , and as per FIFO method ( First in First out) , we have sold 7000 ltr from Opening balance 10000 ltr .