Asked by Oguche Agnebb on May 07, 2024

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A company received a special one-time order to buy 6,000 of its portable radios for $20.The radios generally sell for $25.Each radio's total manufacturing cost is $21.50,which includes $2.50 of allocated fixed overhead.Should the company accept the special order?

Special Order

An order for goods or services that is unusual or not standard, often requiring a unique setup or production process.

Fixed Overhead

Regular, ongoing costs associated with operating a business that are not directly tied to production levels, such as rent and salaries.

Manufacturing Cost

The total expense incurred in the production of goods, including raw materials, labor, and overhead costs.

  • Investigate the profitability and operational effects of making special order decisions.
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Ashish KattaMay 14, 2024
Final Answer :
  *$21.50 - $2.50 = $19
*$21.50 - $2.50 = $19