Ralwins, Inc. had the following balances and transactions during 2024, from January 1 to December 31:

Beginning Merchandise Inventory	300 units at $80
March 10	Sold 150 units
June 10	Purchased 600 units at $82
October 30	Sold 450 units

What would be reported for ending Merchandise Inventory on the balance sheet at December 31, 2024 if the perpetual inventory system and the

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inventory costing method are used? (Round unit costs to two decimal places and total costs to nearest dollar.)

A. $24,000

B. $36,000

C. $12,000

D. 24,480