Stock take discrepancies between a count sheet and recorded quantities in the ledger may arise due to which of the following: I. Stock in transit purchased under FOB destination terms
II. Consignment stock included in the physical count by the consignee
III. Sales returns not being processed into the ledger
IV. Theft of stock during the year

A) I, II and III
B) I, III and IV
C) II, III and IV
D) I, II and IV

FOB Destination

A shipping term where the seller bears the shipping costs and retains ownership of the goods until they are delivered and accepted by the purchaser.

Consignment Stock

Inventory that is in the possession of the customer but still legally owned by the supplier until sold.

Stock Discrepancies

Differences between the amount of inventory recorded and the actual inventory present, often resulting from errors or theft.