The Operations Manager of a Mail Order House Purchases Double

question 37

Multiple Choice

The operations manager of a mail order house purchases double (D) and twin (T) beds for resale. Each double bed costs $500 and requires 100 cubic feet of storage space. Each twin bed costs $300 and requires 90 cubic feet of storage space. The manager has $75,000 to invest in beds this week, and her warehouse has 18,000 cubic feet available for storage. Profit for each double bed is $300 and for each twin bed is $150. The manager's goal is to maximize profits.
What is the weekly profit when ordering the optimal amounts?

• A) $0
• B) $30,000
• C) $42,000
• D) $45,000
• E) $54,000

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Definitions:

Productive Capacity

The maximum output or production level that can be achieved with the available inputs and resources without stressing the production system.

Direct Method

A method for presenting cash flows related to operating activities, highlighting the main categories of gross cash inflows and outflows.

Operating Activities

Activities that are directly related to the operation of the business, such as sales, services, and administrative tasks, distinguishing them from investing and financing activities.

Economic Benefits

Inflows of assets or reductions in liabilities that result in an increase in equity, other than those relating to contributions from equity participants.