DC Electronics Uses a Standard Part in the Manufacture of Several

question 111

Multiple Choice

DC Electronics uses a standard part in the manufacture of several of its radios. The total cost of producing 30,000 parts is $90,000, which includes fixed costs of $33,000 and variable costs of $57,000. The company can buy the part from an outside supplier for $2.50 per unit, and avoid 30% of the fixed costs.
If DC Electronics decides to outsource the production of the part, how will it impact operating income?

• A) Up $15,000
• B) Down $24,900
• C) Up $132,000
• D) Down $132,000

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Definitions:

Fixed Costs

Expenses that do not change with the level of production or sales, such as rent and salaries.

Variable Departmental Costs

Costs that vary directly with the level of output or activity within a specific department of a company.

Incremental Profit

The additional profit derived from making changes to the business operations, such as increasing production or sales.

Cash Payback Period

The duration of time it takes for an investment to generate enough cash flow to recover its initial cost.