Table 17-7 The Information in the Table Below Shows the Total Demand

question 442

Multiple Choice

Table 17-7
The information in the table below shows the total demand for internet radio subscriptions in a small urban market. Assume that each company that provides these subscriptions incurs an annual fixed cost of $20,000 (per year) and that the marginal cost of providing an additional subscription is always $16.
-Refer to Table 17-7. Assume there are two profit-maximizing internet radio providers operating in this market. Further assume that they are able to collude on the quantity of subscriptions that will be sold and on the price that will be charged for subscriptions. If the firms divide the market evenly, how much profit will each company earn?

• A)$12,000
• B)$16,000
• C)$44,000
• D)$60,000

Identify and explain the impact of intragroup transactions on consolidated financial statements.

Apply correct consolidation entries including adjustments for unpaid management fees and accrued interest.

Describe the basis for recognizing tax effects relating to intragroup items.

Explain the rationalization behind not adjusting cash in consolidation entries.

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