How many units must be sold this year to earn the same


Question - Seabold Interiors sold 18,400 yards of wallpaper last year at a contribution margin of $3.50 per yard and incurred $49,400 in total fixed costs. This year contribution margin per yard is expected to increase to $4, and fixed costs are expected to increase to $58,000. How many units must be sold this year to earn the same operating income as was earned last year? (Hint: Use the expanded contribution margin model described in this chapter.)

a. 16,900.

b. 17,500.

c. 18,250.

d. 20,200.

e. None of the above.

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