Asked by The Gibson Family on May 20, 2024

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Kuldip's factory manufactures toys that sell for $29.95 each. The variable cost per toy is $11, and the total fixed costs for the month are $45,000. Calculate the unit contribution margin.

A) $18.95
B) $17.95
C) $19.00
D) $17.50
E) $11.00

Variable Cost

Costs that change in proportion to the level of activity or volume of production in a business.

Contribution Margin

The amount by which the unit selling price exceeds the unit variable cost.

Fixed Costs

Expenses that do not change in proportion to the activity of a business, such as rent, salaries, and insurance premiums.

  • Calculate and comprehend the significance of the contribution margin per unit and in total.
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mattie tolbertMay 25, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The unit contribution margin is calculated by subtracting the variable cost per unit from the selling price per unit. Therefore, $29.95 - $11 = $18.95.