Your Firm Purchases Goods from Its Supplier on Terms of 1/10,net

question 36

Multiple Choice

Your firm purchases goods from its supplier on terms of 1/10,net 30.The effective annual cost to your firm if it chooses not to take advantage of the trade discount offered and stretches the accounts payable to 45 days is closest to:

• A)13.0%.
• B)11.1%.
• C)15.9%.
• D)20.1%.

---

Definitions:

Markup Percentage

The percentage difference between the cost of a good or service and its selling price, indicating the gross profit margin.

Opportunity Cost

The loss of potential gain from other alternatives when one alternative is chosen.

Contribution Margin

The amount of revenue remaining after deducting variable costs, used to cover fixed costs and generate profit.

Sales Mix

The relative proportion of different products or services sold by a company, significantly influencing its overall profitability.