what is the difference between cost of goods sold and cost
of sales ?

Answer Posted / basanti

cost of goods sold means cost of acquiring the goods plus
indirect expenses (administrative expenses are exluded).

wheras cost of sales means cost of goods sold plus selling
& administrative expenses.

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