A Firm Has Fixed Operating Costs of $25,000, a Per

question 50

Multiple Choice

A firm has fixed operating costs of $25,000, a per unit sales price of $5, and a variable cost per unit of $3. What is its operating breakeven point if it desires net operating income of $10,000, not $0 (zero) ?

• A) 12,500 units
• B) 15,000 units
• C) 17,500 units
• D) 25,000 units

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Definitions:

Cash-flow Hedge

A form of hedge that protects against the variability in cash flows resulting from changes in currency rates, interest rates, or commodities prices.

Fair-value Hedge

A hedging strategy aimed at offsetting changes in the fair value of an asset or liability or an identified portion of such an asset or liability.

Other Comprehensive Income

Earnings that are not part of net income, arising from activities outside of the ordinary operations, and reported separately in equity.

Hedging Instrument

A financial contract used to offset potential losses or gains that may be incurred by a companion investment.