Consider the Marshall Company's Segment Analysis: Common Costs Are

question 33

Multiple Choice

Consider the Marshall Company's segment analysis: Common costs are allocated arbitrarily based on sales dollars. If Marshall eliminates Segment B, what is the impact on the operating loss of the company?

• A)The loss decreases by $40,000.
• B)The loss increases by $20,000.
• C)The loss decreases by $60,000.
• D)The loss increases by $40,000.

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