Jerry Enterprises Is Considering Whether to Discontinue a Division That

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Jerry Enterprises is considering whether to discontinue a division that generates a total contribution margin of $65,000 per year.Fixed manufacturing overhead allocated to this division is $50,000,of which 18,000 is unavoidable.If Jerry Enterprises were to eliminate this division,the effect on the company's operating income would be a (n)

• A)increase in total operating income of $33,000.
• B)decrease in total operating income of $33,000.
• C)increase in total operating income of $47,000.
• D)decrease in total operating income of $47,000.

Recognize the potential effectiveness and limitations of hypnosis in behavioral modification, such as smoking cessation.

Identify the long-term effects of heavy and chronic substance use, including marijuana, opioids, and the mechanism of drug tolerance.

Comprehend the impact of meditation practices on mental health and cognitive functioning.

Be aware of the psychological and physical dependence aspects of addiction and the concept of tolerance.

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