Net sales are gross sales minus returns, customer discounts, and allowances.
Gross sales numbers should be without sales tax. Check if gross sales data already include returns or discounts.
Net sales formula:
Net sales = (A) Gross sales – (B) Returns, allowances, and discounts
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