Which of the Following Could Explain an Increase in the Gross

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which of the following could explain an increase in the gross margin ratio?

• A) A decrease in interest rates
• B) A decrease in prices of raw materials
• C) A decrease in depreciation on a delivery vehicle
• D) An increase in advertising expenses

Assess the impact of occupancy, facility, and supplies expenses on flexible budgets.

Evaluate revenue and expense variances in comparing actual results to budgeted figures.

Understand the concept of spending variance and how to calculate it for different categories (manufacturing overhead, refurbishing materials, other expenses, equipment depreciation, supplies costs, occupancy costs, employee salaries and wages, facility expenses, travel expenses, power cost, and medical supplies).

Identify and calculate the revenue variance for different months.

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