Use the Information Below to Answer the Following Question(s)

question 63

Multiple Choice

Use the information below to answer the following question(s) :
Westfall Watches has two product lines: Luxury watches and Sporty watches. Income statement data for the most recent year follow:

-If $20,000 of fixed costs will be eliminated by discontinuing the Sporty line, how will operating income be affected?

• A) Decrease $30,000
• B) Increase $10,000
• C) Increase $69,000
• D) Increase $128,000

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Definitions:

Microsporocytes

Cells in plants that undergo meiosis to produce microspores, which eventually develop into male gametophytes or pollen grains.

Strobili

Strobili are reproductive structures in plants, especially conifers and ferns, that resemble cones or simple spikes and are composed of scales or bracts.

Male and Female Reproductive Parts

These refer to the organs and structures in animals and plants responsible for reproduction, with male parts typically producing sperm and female parts producing eggs.

Conifers

A group of gymnosperm trees and shrubs known for bearing cones and needle-like or scale-like leaves, often found in cooler parts of the world.