Reference no: EM132882891
Collins Co. produces 10,000 units of sewing machines annually. Per unit data are given below:
Selling price$100
Direct materials, direct labor, and variable manufacturing overhead 35
Fixed manufacturing overhead 15
Variable selling and administrative expenses 20
Fixed selling and administrative expenses 10
Problem 1: The company has received a special, one-time-only order for 800 units of the product with a selling price of $70. There would be a 60% reduction in variable selling and administrative expenses on this special order. In addition, total fixed manufacturing overhead and total fixed selling and administrative expenses of the company would not be affected by the order. If Collins Co. accepts the order, it will have no effect on other customers. What is the financial advantage or disadvantage of accepting the special order?
Multiple Choice
Option 1: $21,600 financial advantage
Option 2: $8,000 financial disadvantage
Option 3: $18,400 financial advantage
Option 4: $24,000 financial disadvantage