The Management of Woznick Corporation Has Been Concerned for Some

question 111

Multiple Choice

The management of Woznick Corporation has been concerned for some time with the financial performance of its product V86O and has considered discontinuing it on several occasions. Data from the company's accounting system for this product for last year appear below: In the company's accounting system all fixed expenses of the company are fully allocated to products. Further investigation has revealed that $30,000 of the fixed manufacturing expenses and $13,000 of the fixed selling and administrative expenses are avoidable if product V86O is discontinued.What would be the financial advantage (disadvantage) from dropping product V86O?

• A) ($35,000)
• B) ($5,000)
• C) $35,000
• D) $5,000

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Definitions:

Ideal Standard

A benchmark for optimal efficiency under perfect operating conditions, used in variance analysis to set performance goals.

Ideal Level

A term that can refer to the optimal state or condition for a specific metric or operation within a business or system, aiming for efficiency and effectiveness.

Normal Level

A baseline or standard level of activity, production, or operation, considered typical or expected under normal circumstances.

Standard Production Time

The amount of time that should reasonably be expected to manufacture a product under normal conditions.