Response to the following problem:
Qualcomm Incorporated is a leading developer and manufacturer of digital wireless telecommunications products and services. Qualcomm reported the following inventories on September 26, 2010, in the notes to its financial statements:
(in millions) September 26, 2010
Raw materials $ 15
Work in process 284
Finished goods 229
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a. Why does Qualcomm report three different inventories?
b. What costs are included in each of the three classes of inventory?