Iaci Corporation Is a Wholesaler That Sells a Single Product

question 67

Multiple Choice

Iaci Corporation is a wholesaler that sells a single product. Management has provided the following cost data for two levels of monthly sales volume. The company sells the product for $133.60 per unit. The best estimate of the total contribution margin when 4,300 units are sold is:

• A)$112,230
• B)$162,110
• C)$28,380
• D)$45,150

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