The Franklin Co

question 327

Multiple Choice

The Franklin Co. is analyzing a proposed project. The company expects to sell 3,500 units, give or take 15 percent. The expected variable cost per unit is $6 and the expected fixed costs are $15,500. Cost estimates are considered accurate within a plus or minus 5 percent range. The depreciation expense is $6,000. The sales price is estimated at $21 a unit, give or take 3 percent. The company bases their sensitivity analysis on the base case scenario

What is the amount of the fixed cost per unit under the best case scenario?

• A) $3.47
• B) $3.66
• C) $3.85
• D) $4.21
• E) $4.43

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Definitions:

Supplies Expense

Costs associated with the consumption of supplies necessary for the daily operations of a business, recognized as an expense in the accounting period in which they are used.

Inventory

The entire inventory of products and materials maintained by a business for selling or manufacturing purposes.

Rent Expense

The cost incurred for using property or equipment under a lease agreement.

Prepaid Rent

Payments made in advance for rent, which is recorded as an asset initially and then expensed over the period the payment covers.