Arnold Is Married to Sybil, Who Abandoned Him in 2011

question 140

Multiple Choice

Arnold is married to Sybil, who abandoned him in 2011.He has not seen or communicated with her since April of that year.He maintains a household in which their son, Evans, lives.Evans is age 25 and earns over $6,000 each year.For tax year 2012, Arnold's filing status is:

• A)Married, filing jointly.
• B)Head of household.
• C)Married, filing separately.
• D)Surviving spouse.
• E)Single.

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Variable Selling Expense

Expenses that vary with sales volume, including commissions and shipping charges.

Fixed Selling Expense

Costs associated with selling which remain constant regardless of the level of sales.

Variable Administrative Expense

Costs that vary with changes in the level of an organization's activity, related to administrative functions.

Contribution Margin

The revenue remaining after subtracting variable costs, which can then be used to cover fixed expenses and provide profit.