Anchovy, Inc

question 55

Essay

Anchovy, Inc., a producer of frozen pizzas, began operations this year. During this year, the company produced 16,000 cases of pizza and sold 15,000. At year-end, the company reported the following income statement using absorption costing:
Production costs per case total $19, which consists of $15.50 in variable production costs and $3.50 in fixed production costs (based on the 16,000 units produced). Eight percent of total selling and administrative expenses are variable. Compute net income under variable costing.

Distinguish between short run and long run in terms of input variability.

Grasp the concept of diminishing returns and its effects on cost and production.

Understand the role of scale economies in long-run cost behavior.

Understand the impact of first impressions and biases on the hiring process.

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