Answer:
C. Reduced prices of Sony televisions resulted in an increase in the quantity demanded.
Explanation:
Sony is a well known brand . What could explain a sudden double increase in sales while other brands' didn't is most likely a reduction in in prices of Sony products. It is a well known brand and they sell quality products which customers trust. Having a discounted price means they are offering a sale which customers would want to take advantage of.
Answer:
$56,900
Explanation:
Compt. Maint. Mixing Packaging
Dept Cost 140,000 115,000
Cost allocation 32941 41177 65882
(Computer)
Cost allocation
(Maintenance) 56900 91041
Total 98077 156923
Workings.
Computer department cost allocation
Maintenance department = 4/17*140000 =32941
Mixing department = 5/17*140000 =41177
Packaging department = 8/17*140000= 65882
Maintenance department cost allocation
Total cost allocated = 147941
Mixing department = 5/13*147941 = 56900
Packaging department = 8/13*147941 =91041
Answer:
$534,600
Explanation:
<em>Contribution margin = Sales - Variable Costs</em>
where :
Sales = 2,700 units x $664 = $1,792,800
Variable Costs = Costs of Goods Sold + Variable Selling Costs + Variable Administrative Cots
= 2,700 units x $405 + 2,700 units x $48 + 2,700 units x $13
= $1,258,200
therefore,
Contribution margin = $1,792,800 - $1,258,200 = $534,600
Answer: PRODUCT DIFFERENTIATION
Explanation:
This is a marketing strategy that some companies employ whereby they aim to distinguish their products from that of competitors by giving it certain features that expound on its strength in the market.
This strategy can create a competitive advantage for goods that will ensure that the company maintains a dominant place in the market.
