Lagreca company uses the lcnrv method, on an individual-item basis, in pricing its inventory items. the inventory at december 31, 2017, included product x. relevant per-unit data for product x are as follows.
estimated selling price $50
cost 40
estimated selling costs 14
normal profit 9
there were 1,000 units of product x on hand at december 31, 2017. product x was incorrectly valued at $38 per unit for reporting purposes. all 1,000 units were sold in 2018.

The quinoa seed is in high demand in wealthier countries such as the u.s. and japan. approximately 97% of all quinoa production comes from small farmers in bolivia and peru who farm at high elevations—8,000 feet or higher. the seed is considered highly nutritious. mostly grown and harvested in bolivia and peru, and sold to markets in other countries, the seed is now considered an important for these nations. the governments of bolivia and peru are hopeful that this product will increase the quality of life of their farmers.