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Brown Manufacturing makes single kayaks, double kayaks, and lightweight competitive kayaks.The double kayak line has been showing losses for several years, and management is considering dropping the line.Recent income statements have been very similar to the following information which was prepared for the most recent year: Brown Manufacturing makes single kayaks, double kayaks, and lightweight competitive kayaks.The double kayak line has been showing losses for several years, and management is considering dropping the line.Recent income statements have been very similar to the following information which was prepared for the most recent year:   Of the fixed costs, $393,750 is common costs that have been allocated equally to each product line.What will total operating income be if Brown drops the double kayak line? A) $127,375 B) $(3,875)  C) $96,750 D) $33,625 Of the fixed costs, $393,750 is common costs that have been allocated equally to each product line.What will total operating income be if Brown drops the double kayak line?


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Fixed Factors

Elements of production that cannot be easily increased or decreased in the short term, such as land, buildings, or capital equipment.

Weak Axiom

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Profit Maximization

A process or strategy in which a firm's primary objective is to achieve the highest possible profits by adjusting its production and pricing techniques.

Input Increases

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