Asked by Jenna Raney on May 09, 2024

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Goldfarb Company manufactures and sells toasters.Each toaster sells for $23.75 and the variable cost per unit is $16.25.Goldfarb's total fixed costs are $25,000,and budgeted sales are 8,000 units.What is the contribution margin per unit?

A) $7.50.
B) $16.25.
C) $23.75.
D) $60,000.
E) $1.25.

Variable Cost

Variable cost refers to expenses that fluctuate with the level of output or production activity, such as raw materials and direct labor costs.

Fixed Costs

Fixed costs are expenses that do not change with the level of production or sales activity, such as rent, salaries, or insurance, remaining constant regardless of business operations.

Contribution Margin

The difference between sales revenue and variable costs, showing how much sales contribute to covering fixed costs and generating profit.

  • Specify the components and methodology for calculating the contribution margin and its ratio.
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naman kapurMay 10, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The contribution margin per unit is calculated by subtracting the variable cost per unit from the selling price per unit. Therefore, $23.75 - $16.25 = $7.50.