The DeSoto Container Company Has Sales of $3

question 78

Multiple Choice

The DeSoto Container Company has sales of $3.6 million and operating expenses of $225,000. The firm uses the percentage of sales approach and estimates next year's sales at $3.8 million. What are the operating expenses expected to be next year?

• A)$221,231
• B)$225,123
• C)$229,400
• D)$232,549
• E)$237,500

---

Definitions:

Wars

Armed conflicts between different nations or groups within a nation, characterized by violence, chaos, and significant human and material losses.

Social Upheaval

A significant disruption or change in the structure, functioning, or equilibrium of society, often associated with conflict, revolutions, or reforms.

Aggression

Behavior intended to harm or intimidate others, which can manifest physically, verbally, or psychologically.

Seafarers

Individuals who work or travel by sea, often referring to sailors, fishermen, or cultures with strong maritime traditions.