Panther Company Had the Following Historical Accounting Data Per Unit

question 66

Multiple Choice

Panther Company had the following historical accounting data per unit: $\begin{array}{lr}\text { Direct materials } & \$ 60 \\\text { Direct labor } & 30 \\\text { Variable overhead } & 15 \\\text { Fixed overhead } & 24 \\\text { Variable selling expenses } & 45 \\\text { Fixed selling expenses } & 9\end{array}$ The units are normally transferred internally from Division A to Division B. The units also may be sold externally for $210 per unit. The minimum profit level accepted by the company is a markup of 30 percent. There were no beginning or ending inventories. If the negotiated price is used, Division A's transfer price should be a

• A)minimum of $120.00.
• B)minimum of $153.00.
• C)maximum of $198.90.
• D)maximum of $210.00.

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Definitions:

Geographic Segment

A part of a business that operates in a specific geographical area that is significant enough to require separate financial reporting.

U.S. GAAP

Short for United States Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, it represents the framework and specific rules for financial accounting and reporting in the U.S.

Gross Profit

The difference between revenue and the cost of goods sold, representing the amount before operating expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted.

LIFO Method

The Last In, First Out method for inventory valuation where the most recently produced or purchased items are the first to be expensed.