Jian Has Entered into a Contract with the Federal Government

question 323

Multiple Choice

Jian has entered into a contract with the federal government to design a computer simulation model for training helicopter pilots.The contract calls for the final price to be set at a fixed percentage profit over and above her cost of production.This seems to represent a:

• A)cost-based pricing strategy.
• B)supply and demand formula.
• C)demand-based pricing.
• D)price leadership.

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Definitions:

Proportional

A concept where elements are in a constant relationship in terms of size, amount, or number relative to a whole.

Regressive

Describing a tax system where the tax rate decreases as the taxpayer’s income increases, placing a larger burden on lower-income individuals.

Taxable Income

Taxable income is the portion of your gross income that's subject to taxes after deductions and exemptions.

Tax Liability

The total amount of tax owed to the government after all deductions, credits, and prepayments have been taken into account.