The Photography Department in a Department Store Experienced the Following

question 54

Multiple Choice

The photography department in a department store experienced the following revenue and expenses during October:
$$\begin{array} { | l | r | } \hline \text { Sales } & \$ 23,500 \\\hline \text { Cost of Goods Sold } & 8,200 \\\hline \text { Direct Operating Expenses } & 2,300 \\\hline \text { Indirect Operating Expenses } & 1,000 \\\hline\end{array}$$
The photography department's contribution margin is:

• A)$15,300.
• B)$20,200.
• C)$13,000.
• D)$14,300.

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