Which of the Following Statements Describes a Scenario When Management

question 80

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements describes a scenario when management should consider dropping a business division?

• A) The division has been consistently reporting an operating loss.
• B) The division's avoidable fixed costs are less than its contribution margin.
• C) The division's avoidable fixed costs are greater than its contribution margin.
• D) The division's unavoidable fixed costs are greater than its operating loss.

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Definitions:

Management

The process of directing and controlling a group of people or an organization to achieve a goal.

Federal Income Tax

The charge imposed by the U.S. government on the yearly income of individuals, businesses, trusts, and other legal bodies.

FICA-OASDI

The Federal Insurance Contributions Act's component for Old-Age, Survivors, and Disability Insurance, a payroll tax that funds Social Security.