Shanklin Inc

question 6

Multiple Choice

Shanklin Inc.purchases merchandise on terms of 2/15,net 40,and its total gross purchases (i.e.,purchases before taking off the discount) are $800,000 per year.What is the maximum amount of costly trade credit Shanklin could get,assuming it abides by the supplier's credit terms? (Assume a 365-day year.)

• A)$53,699
• B)$56,384
• C)$59,203
• D)$62,163

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Depreciation Expense

Spreading out the price of a tangible asset over the period it can be used.

Variable Cost

The costs that vary directly with the level of production or with the volume of services provided.

Fixed Cost

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