A Division Can Sell Externally for $60 Per Unit

question 41

Multiple Choice

A division can sell externally for $60 per unit. Its variable manufacturing costs are $35 per unit, and its variable marketing costs are $12 per unit. What is the optimal transfer price for transferring internally, assuming the division is operating at capacity?

• A) $12.
• B) $35.
• C) $47.
• D) $60.

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Definitions:

Special Order

A one-time order that is not considered part of the company’s normal ongoing business.

Capacity

The maximum output that a business can produce in a given period with available resources.

Production Constraint

Any factor that limits the volume or type of production a company can achieve, such as equipment capacity or availability of materials.

Contribution Margin

The amount of revenue from sales that exceeds the variable costs associated with producing a product, indicating how much revenue contributes towards covering fixed costs and profit.