A Firm Has Fixed Operating Costs of $525,000, of Which

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Multiple Choice

A firm has fixed operating costs of $525,000, of which $125,000 is depreciation expense. The firm's sales price per unit is $35 and its variable cost per unit is $22.50. The firm's cash operating breakeven point in units is

• A) 23,330.
• B) 32,000.
• C) 42,000.
• D) 52,000.

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Definitions:

Manufacturing Overhead Costs

Manufacturing overhead costs are indirect expenses related to the production process, such as utilities, maintenance, and factory management salaries, that cannot be directly tied to a specific product.

Department B

A designated segment within a larger organization, often referred to in context with its specific function or performance.

Departmental Overhead Rate

a specific type of overhead rate calculated for individual departments within a company, allowing for more accurate allocation of overhead costs based on departmental activities.

Departmental Overhead Rate

The rate at which indirect costs are allocated to different departments within a company, often used for costing purposes.