Some Developers of Apps for the Apple IPhone Price Their

question 245

Multiple Choice

Some developers of apps for the Apple iPhone price their apps low at launch to encourage sales and get attention so they can move into the prestigious "Top 25" list. Then, they frequently raise prices to get a higher profit margin on later sales. The initial low price is a(n) :

• A) Noncumulative quantity discount.
• B) Temporary sale.
• C) Introductory price deal.
• D) Skimming price.
• E) Cumulative quantity discount.

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Definitions:

Direct Labor Cost

The total cost of workforce labor that is directly involved in the manufacturing or production of goods or services.

Finished Goods Inventory

The stock of completed products that are ready for sale but have not been sold yet.

Raw Materials Inventory

The total cost of all the materials that are used in production but have not yet been transformed into finished goods, representing a current asset on the balance sheet.

Cost of Goods Sold

The direct costs attributable to the production of the goods sold by a company.