Market share is the part of the total sales held by one seller.
For example, a monopolist holds 100 percent of total sales. The 100 percent refers to the market share. In a monopoly, only one business has the good or service that is being offered in the market. Thus, consumers have no other choice but to purchase said good or service from the monopolist.
When the price of a good increases, the quantity demanded decreases. When the price of a good decreases, the quantity demanded increases.
Answer: A. It has a competitive advantage in the industry
Explanation:
From the question, we are informed that the average cost of production for a bottle of water in the industry is 0.20 cents while its average price is 0.50 cents and that Water Inc. manufactures the same product for 0.10 cents while its average price is 0.40 cents.
The scenario shows that Water Inc has a competitive advantage in the industry. This is seen as the bottle of water is produced at a cheaper cost wen compared to its rivals.
Answer:
Date Account Titles and Explanation Debit Credit
1-Nov Cash Dividends $42,000
(8,400 shares x $5)
Dividends Payable $42,000
(To record dividends payable)
1-Dec No entry on this date
31-Dec Dividends Payable $42,000
Cash $42,000
(To record payment of cash dividend)
