In a periodic inventory system, the cost of merchandise purchased includes the cost of freight in.

Periodic Inventory System

An inventory system that updates the inventory balance at specific intervals, necessitating physical counts.

Cost of Merchandise

The total purchase cost of goods that a retailer, wholesaler, or distributor has bought for the purpose of reselling.

Freight In

The cost associated with transporting goods from the supplier to the buyer, typically recorded as part of the inventory cost.