Harvey Develops Gaming Apps from Home Instead of Working as an Engineer

question 120

Multiple Choice

Harvey develops gaming apps from home instead of working as an engineer and earning $50,000 a year.He has invested $20,000 to upgrade to the hardware that he needs and estimates his expenses at $17,000 a year.Downloads generated $130,000 in revenue during the first year.What is his accounting profit?

• A)$37,000
• B)$50,000
• C)$43,000
• D)$93,000
• E)$130,000

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Definitions:

Profit-Sharing

A company program that gives employees a share in the profits of the company, often based on the company's earnings over a specific period.

Good-Will

The intangible asset representing the value of a business's reputation, customer relationships, and overall standing in the community.

Expenses

Costs incurred in the undertaking of a business or the execution of a task.

Gross Returns

Total revenue generated by an investment before any deductions for expenses or taxes.