Minarski Electronics Sells Computers and Provides Hardware Maintenance Services

question 51

Multiple Choice

Minarski Electronics sells computers and provides hardware maintenance services. On April 1^st, Minarski sold a package deal containing a computer and a one-year unlimited maintenance/repair service for the computer at a bundle price of $1,000. If sold separately, the computer costs $840 and the one-year unlimited maintenance/repair service costs $360. How much revenue does Minarski Electronics recognize for the month ended April 30^th, assuming that revenue is accrued monthly?

• A) $1,000
• B) $870
• C) $725
• D) $30

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Definitions:

External Balancing

A strategy implemented to match supply and demand by adjusting capacity externally, often through outsourcing or partnerships.

Production Flexibility

Refers to a company's ability to quickly adjust its production levels and processes to accommodate changes in market demand or to exploit new market opportunities.

Exponential Smoothing

A technique used in time series data to smooth out fluctuations and predict future values.

Demand Management

The process of forecasting, planning, and controlling demand for products and services to meet business needs.