Try another version of this question For each statement below, identify whether the statement applies to the periodic inventory system or perpetual inventory system. Statement Inventory System Uses bar codes to keep up-to-the-minute records of inventory. Achieves better control over merchandise inventory. Requires a physical count of inventory to determine the quantities on hand. Keeps a running computerized record of merchandise inventory. Normally used for relatively inexpensive goods. Statement Inventory System Uses bar codes to keep up-to-the-minute records of inventory. Perpetual Achieves better control over merchandise inventory. Perpetual Requires a physical count of inventory to determine the quantities on hand. Periodic Keeps a running computerized record of merchandise inventory. Perpetual Normally used for relatively inexpensive goods. Periodic