If the Selling Price of a Calendar Is $12

question 22

Multiple Choice

If the selling price of a calendar is $12.95 and the markup amount is $4.25, what is the cost?

• A) $17.20
• B) $12.95
• C) $8.70
• D) $4.45

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Definitions:

Catharsis Theory

The proposition that expressing negative emotions produces a healthy release of those emotions and is therefore good for the psyche.

Expressing Anger

The process of communicating or demonstrating feelings of anger, which can range from verbal expression to physical acts.

Healthy Release

A process or activity that allows an individual to effectively express or let go of pent-up emotions, stress, or tension, contributing to psychological well-being and stress relief.

Hedonic Treadmill

A psychological phenomenon that suggests people tend to return to a relatively stable level of happiness despite major positive or negative events or life changes.