Pascal Corporation Manufactures Numerous Products, One of Which Is Called

question 119

Multiple Choice

Pascal Corporation manufactures numerous products, one of which is called Gamma66. The company has provided the following data about this product: Management is considering decreasing the price of Gamma66 by 4%, from $51.00 to $48.96. The company's marketing managers estimate that this price reduction would increase unit sales by 10%, from 100,000 units to 110,000 units. Assuming that the total traceable fixed expense does not change, what net operating income will product Gamma66 earn at a price of $48.96 if this sales forecast is correct?

• A) $(74,000)
• B) $1,645,600
• C) $75,600
• D) $1,496,000

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Definitions:

Selling and Administrative Expense

The combined total of all expenses directly related to the selling of products and the administration of a business.

Direct Materials

Raw materials that can be directly traced to the production of a specific product and are an integral part of the finished product.

Transportation Out

Transportation out refers to the costs associated with delivering goods from a seller to a buyer, often recognized as a selling expense.

Product Cost

The total expense incurred to produce and deliver a product, including direct materials, labor, and overhead.