Pat's Deli Makes Onion Buns That Cost

question 52

Multiple Choice

Pat's Deli makes onion buns that cost $.48 each. 10 percent of the onion buns will spoil and be thrown away. Pat wants a 40 percent markup based on cost. Pat produces 800 onion buns. Each onion bun should sell for:

• A) $0.86
• B) $0.80
• C) $0.75
• D) $0.69

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Definitions:

Rack Jobber

A merchandising agent or vendor who rents space within retail stores to sell goods, often responsible for managing inventory and setup.

Consignment

A supply arrangement where goods are left with a third party to sell, but the ownership remains with the supplier until sold.

Wholesaler

An entity involved in the business of selling goods in large quantities at low prices to retailers or other businesses, rather than to the general public.

Cash and Carry

A wholesale business model where goods are sold from a warehouse and customers must pay in cash and handle transportation of the goods themselves.