Tanner Corporation's inventory on its balance sheet was lower using first-in, first-out than it would have been using last-in, first-out. Assuming no beginning inventory, in what direction did the cost of purchases move during the period?

a) Up
b) Down
c) Steady
d) Cannot be determined

Financial information that is capable of making a difference in a decision is

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