Buford Company Rents Out a Small Unused Portion of Its

question 15

Multiple Choice

Buford Company rents out a small unused portion of its factory to another company for $1,000 per month. The rental agreement will expire next month, and rather than renew the agreement Buford Company is thinking about using the space itself to store materials. The term to describe the $1,000 per month is:

• A) sunk cost.
• B) period cost.
• C) opportunity cost.
• D) variable cost.

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Definitions:

Condition Subsequent

A specific condition in a contract that, when it occurs, ends the contract's obligations.

Exemption Clause

A contract term that limits the liability of one party under certain circumstances, often found in terms and conditions.

Fundamental Breach

A violation of a contract that is so severe it permits the aggrieved party to terminate the agreement and possibly seek damages.

Minor Aspect

A less significant or minor detail or element of a larger issue or subject.