Pippen Co Recorded Operating Data for Its Shoe Division for the the Year

question 62

Multiple Choice

Pippen Co. recorded operating data for its shoe division for the year. The company's desired return is 5%. Which one of the following reflects the controllable margin for the year?

• A) 20%
• B) 50%
• C) $60,000
• D) $80,000

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