Zildjian Corporation Manufactures a Single Product with the Following Unit

question 18

Multiple Choice

Zildjian Corporation manufactures a single product with the following unit costs for 1,250 units: $$\begin{array} { l r } \text { Direct materials } & \$ 2,300 \\\text { Direct labor } & 960 \\\text { Factory overhead } ( 30 \% \text { variable } ) & 1,800 \\\text { Selling expenses } ( 50 \% \text { variable } ) & 900 \\\text { Admini strative expenses (10\% variable) } & 840 \\\text { Total per unit } & \$ 6,800\end{array}$$ Recently, a company approached Zildjian Corporation about buying 100 units for $5,100 each. Currently, the models are sold to dealers for $7,900. Zildjian Corporation's capacity is sufficient to produce the extra 100 units. No additional selling expenses would be incurred on the special order.
How much will income change if the special order is accepted?

• A)no change
• B)increase by $121,600
• C)decrease by $180,000
• D)increase by $76,600

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Definitions:

Unsought Product

A type of product that consumers do not actively seek out to buy, often requiring significant marketing efforts.

Infrequent Purchases

Transactions that occur on an irregular basis, typically involving goods or services that are not bought regularly.

Limited Distribution

A strategy where a product is deliberately distributed to a limited number of outlets or locations to maintain exclusivity or control over the brand image.

Specialty Product

A unique or high-end product that consumers purchase less frequently and are often willing to invest time and effort into buying.