Ieso Corporation Has Two Stores: J and K

question 249

Multiple Choice

Ieso Corporation has two stores: J and K. During November, Ieso Corporation reported a net operating income of $30,000 and sales of $450,000. The contribution margin in Store J was $100,000, or 40% of sales. The segment margin in Store K was $30,000, or 15% of sales. Traceable fixed expenses are $60,000 in Store J, and $40,000 in Store K.Sales in Store J totaled:

• A) $400,000
• B) $250,000
• C) $150,000
• D) $100,000

Evaluate the financial implications of failing to meet target activity levels.

Determine and interpret fixed manufacturing overhead budget and volume variances.

Apply standard cost systems to calculate applied manufacturing overhead.

Calculate and analyze the variable component of predetermined overhead rates.

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