Problem
Parsley Inc., a merchandising firm, has forecasted sales to be $130,000 in February, $135,000 in March, $151,000 in April, and $149,000 in May. The average cost of goods sold is 70% of sales. The merchandise inventory policy is to carry 30% of next month's sales needs. If actual February 1 inventory is $43,000, what will the cost of March purchases be?