Janice Smith Is an Expert at Calligraphy

question 5

Essay

Janice Smith is an expert at calligraphy. However, it is found that a specialized robot can imitate Janice's work perfectly. Variable costs are 75% of selling price and fixed costs are $190,000 for the robot system.
a.How many pieces must be produced to break even assuming she sells each piece for $200?
b.How many pieces must be produced to break even if she sells them for $250 and variable costs drop to 70% of selling price?

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GAAP

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles; a set of rules and standards for financial reporting used in the United States.

Prime Costs

The combined total of direct labor and direct materials cost incurred in the manufacturing of products.

Direct Materials

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Indirect Materials

Materials used in the production process that cannot be directly linked to a specific product, such as lubricants and cleaning supplies.