Division a Makes a Part with the Following Characteristics

question 15

Multiple Choice

Division A makes a part with the following characteristics: Division B, another division of the same company, would like to purchase 5,000 units of the part each period from Division A. Division B is now purchasing these parts from an outside supplier at a price of $24 each.
-Suppose that Division A is operating at capacity and can sell all of its output to outside customers at its usual selling price. If Division A sells the parts to Division B at $24 per unit (Division B's outside price) , the company as a whole will be:

• A) better off by $5,000 each period.
• B) worse off by $15,000 each period.
• C) worse off by $5,000 each period.
• D) There will be no change in the status of the company as a whole.

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Definitions:

Organized Crime

Crime carried out by structured groups primarily engaged in illegal activities for profit.

Occupational Related

Pertaining to or connected with one's job or profession, especially in relation to health, safety, and well-being.

Respectable, Upper-Class

Pertains to individuals or groups considered high in social status, often admired for their wealth, education, or manners.

Opportunist Crime

A crime committed without premeditation or planning, seizing the moment when it appears advantageous.