The Following Data Relate to a Company That Produces and Sells

question 35

Multiple Choice

The following data relate to a company that produces and sells a travel guide that is updated monthly:
$\begin{array} { | l | r | } \hline \text { Fixed costs: } & \\\hline \text { Copy editing } & \$ 6,000 \\\hline \text { Art work } & \$ 2,000 \\\hline \text { Typesetting } & \$ 72,000 \\\hline\end{array}$
$\begin{array} { | l | l | } \hline \text { Variable costs: } & \\\hline \text { Printing and binding } & \$ 3.20 \text { per copy } \\\hline \text { Bookstore discounts } & \$ 4.00 \text { per copy } \\\hline \text { Salespersons' commissions } & \$ 0.50 \text { per copy } \\\hline \text { Author's royalties } & \$ 2.00 \text { per copy }\\\hline \end{array}$ Each book sells for $20.00. The company sold 8,000 books in June and 10,000 books in July.




-What is the unit contribution margin per book?

• A) $10.30.
• B) $14.30.
• C) $10.80.
• D) $8.30.

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Definitions:

Maturity Value

The sum of money an investor receives at the conclusion of a fixed-term investment, which encompasses both the original investment and the earned interest.

Inflation Rate

The speed at which the overall price level for products and services increases, diminishing the buying power.

Hourly Rate

The amount of money paid or charged for one hour of labor or service.

Compounded Semi-annually

The process of calculating interest on the principal balance and previously earned interest every six months.