Differences between the lifo and fifo methods

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The controller of Sagehen Enterprises believes that the company should switch from the LIFO method to the FIFO method. The controller's bonus is based on the net income. It is the controller's belief that the switch in inventory methods would increase the net income of the company. What are the differences between the LIFO and FIFO methods?

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