1. This exercise is a continuation of BE 9-10. During 2012, purchases at cost and retail were $168,000 and $301,000, respectively. Net markups, net markdowns, and net sales for the year were $3,000, $4,000, and $280,000, respectively. The retail price index at the end of 2012 was 1.06. Calculate the inventory value at the end of 2012 using the dollar-value LIFO retail method.