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Cellestial Manufacturing Company produces Products A1, B2, C3, and D4 through a joint process. The joint costs amount to $200,000.
If Processed Further | ||||
Sales Value | Additional | |||
Product | Units Produced | at Split-Off | Costs | Sales Value |
A1 | 3,000 | $10,000 | $2,500 | $15,000 |
B2 | 5,000 | 30,000 | 3,000 | 35,000 |
C3 | 4,000 | 20,000 | 4,000 | 25,000 |
D4 | 6,000 | 40,000 | 6,000 | 45,000 |
Which product(s) should be sold at split-off to maximize profits in
the short run?
a. Product A1
b. Product D4
c. Product B2
d. Products A1 and D4
The answer has been presented in the supporting sheet. For detailed answer refer to the supporting sheet.