If the Cost of Manufacturing (Direct Labor and Materials) Is

question 21

Multiple Choice

If the cost of manufacturing (direct labor and materials) is 50% of sales and profit is 15% of sales, what would the profit percentage be if the direct costs of manufacturing was reduced from 50% to 47%?

• A) 3%
• B) 6%
• C) 12%
• D) 15%
• E) 18%

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Definitions:

Overhead Expenses

Costs that are not directly tied to the production of goods or services, such as rent, utilities, and administrative expenses.

Operating Profit

The profit earned from a firm's core business operations, excluding deductions of interest and tax.

Markdown

A reduction from the original or retail price of a product or service, often used to stimulate sales or clear inventory.

Real Estate Commission

The fee paid to a real estate agent or broker for their services, usually a percentage of the property's sale price.