Your Uncle Is Considering Investing in a New Company That

question 52

Multiple Choice

Your uncle is considering investing in a new company that will produce high quality stereo speakers.The sales price would be set at 1.70 times the variable cost per unit;the variable cost per unit is estimated to be $75.00;and fixed costs are estimated at $1,170,000.What sales volume would be required to break even,i.e. ,to have EBIT = zero?

• A) 23,400
• B) 25,851
• C) 18,051
• D) 17,160
• E) 22,286

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Definitions:

Fiedler's Contingency Model

A leadership theory proposing that effective group performance depends on the proper match between a leader's style of interacting with followers and the degree to which the situation gives control and influence to the leader.

Situational Control

The ability to manage and influence the outcome of events based on an understanding and adaptation to the specific dynamic and context of a situation.

Position Power

The authority and influence granted to individuals by their role or position within an organization, allowing them to direct others.

Path-Goal Theory

A leadership theory that suggests a leader's behavior is contingent to the satisfaction, motivation, and performance of their subordinates.