A Company Is Investigating Two Automated Approaches for Its Production

question 69

Essay

A company is investigating two automated approaches for its production process. It has collected the following cost information about each:
$\begin{array}{|l|c|c|}\hline \text { Alternative } & \text { Fixed Cost } & \text { Variable Cost } \\\hline \text { CNC } & \$ 85,000 & \$ 2.70 \\\hline \text { FMS } & \$ 195,000 & \$ 1.30 \\\hline\end{array}$
a.At what point of production will the firm be indifferent to which process it wants?
b.Which process is more economical for an annual production volume of 50,000 units?
c.Which process is more economical for an annual production volume of 100,000 units?

Recognize the impact of payroll expenses on financial statements.

Understand the different tax rates and limits applicable to payroll taxes.

Comprehend the process for recording employee deductions and employer payroll taxes as liabilities.

Learn about the reporting requirements for payroll taxes to government agencies.

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