Which of the following statements does not accurately describe the effects of a write down of inventory on December 31m, 2016 using the lower of cost or market (LCM) valuation method? The 2017 gross profit is not affected if the inventory is sold during 2017 The 2016 gross profit decreases 0 The 2016 ending inventory is decreased The 2017 cost of goods sold is effectively decreased if the inventory is sold during 2017