Last Year,fixed Manufacturing Overhead Costs Were $30,000,variable Production Costs Were

question 135

Multiple Choice

Last year,fixed manufacturing overhead costs were $30,000,variable production costs were $48,000,fixed selling and administration costs were $20,000,and variable selling administrative expenses were $9,600.There was no beginning inventory.During the year,3,000 units were produced and 2,400 units were sold at a price of $40 per unit.Under variable costing,what would be the operating income (loss) ?

• A) $6,000.
• B) $4,000.
• C) ($2,000).
• D) ($4,400).

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Definitions:

Product Benefit

A value or advantage that a product offers to its customers, distinguishing it from competitors' products.

Segmentation Variable

A characteristic used to divide a market into distinct segments, such as age, income, preferences, or geographic location.

Trial Close

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Two-way Communication

An exchange of information that involves both parties speaking and listening effectively to ensure mutual understanding.