Keefe Corporation Has Two Divisions: Western Division and Eastern Division

question 191

Multiple Choice

Keefe Corporation has two divisions: Western Division and Eastern Division. The following report is for the most recent operating period: The common fixed expenses have been allocated to the divisions on the basis of sales. The Eastern Division's break-even sales is closest to:

• A)$104,872
• B)$368,309
• C)$75,641
• D)$172,103

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