A Company That Generates Reports by Both Geographic Region and Product

question 19

Multiple Choice

A company that generates reports by both geographic region and product line must consider additional criteria in identifying operating segments when there are multiple sets of reports.Which of the following statement(s) is correct? (I.) An operating segment has a segment manager who is directly accountable to the chief operating decision maker for its financial performance.
(II.) If more than one set of organizational units exists, each organizational unit is considered an operating segment even if there is only one set for which segment managers are held responsible.
(III.) If segment managers exist for two or more overlapping sets of organizational units, the nature of the business activities must be considered.

• A) I, II, and III.
• B) I and III only.
• C) I and II only.
• D) II and III only.
• E) None of the above.

Understand the relationship between marginal revenue (MR), marginal cost (MC), and the monopolist's profit-maximization output level.

Recognize the inefficiencies associated with monopoly and the role of government regulation.

Comprehend the significance of natural monopolies and the justifications for their existence.

Explain the implications of monopolies on pricing strategies and output decisions.

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Definitions:

Freight Costs

Costs a company bears to move merchandise from one location to another.

Purchased Merchandise

Goods acquired by a business for the purpose of reselling them to final consumers.

Discount Period

A set time frame during which a discount is offered on payments made for goods or services.

Accounts Receivable

Due payments from customers to a firm for products or services that have been delivered but not settled.