Question

The Clyde Corporation's variable expenses are 35% of sales. Clyde Corporation is contemplating an advertising campaign that will cost $27,000. If sales increase by $88,000, the company's net operating income will increase by:
a. $30,800
b. $30,200
c. $3,800
d. $74,750

Answer 1

Answer:

The correct answer is B.

Explanation:

Giving the following information:

The Clyde Corporation's variable expenses are 35% of sales. Clyde Corporation is contemplating an advertising campaign that will cost $27,000 and will increase sales by $88,000.

Effect on income= Increase on income - variable costs - fixed costs

Effect on income= 88,000 - (0.35*88,000) - 27,000= $30,200