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Cat Hats Inc. produces lines of headwear for cats. They have been asked by a local animal shelter to produce a special order for dogs. Below is a special order differential analysis prepared by their managerial accountant. Using this information, what would be the result of accepting the special order?
Suggested Answer: A
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30 comments · newest first
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Hoa
10 months ago
Not sure about those numbers, seems off to me.
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Maile
10 months ago
Definitely looks like a $700 contribution margin.
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Evelynn
10 months ago
I think the contribution margin is key here.
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Reynalda
10 months ago
No way they should make dog hats! Cats only!
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Stefania
10 months ago
Surprised they even considered this order!
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Rana
11 months ago
I vaguely recall that we should focus on the incremental costs and revenues. I think I lean towards option A, but I'm not completely confident.
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Loreen
11 months ago
I feel like I might be mixing up contribution margin and profit. Is it possible that option D is correct since it mentions a contribution margin of $700?
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Christiane
11 months ago
This seems similar to a practice question we did about calculating contribution margins. I think the differential profit could be negative if costs exceed revenue.
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Loren
11 months ago
I remember we discussed differential analysis in class, but I'm not sure how to apply it to this special order for dogs.
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Tequila
12 months ago
I feel pretty confident about this type of problem. The key is to identify the relevant incremental costs and revenues, and then calculate the differential profit or contribution margin. I'll double-check my work, but I think I can handle this one.
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Lashon
12 months ago
This is a tricky one. I'll need to make sure I'm interpreting the information correctly and not missing any important details. I'll walk through the analysis step-by-step to ensure I arrive at the right answer.
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Tabetha
12 months ago
Okay, I think I've got this. The key is to focus on the incremental or differential costs and revenues associated with the special order. If the additional revenue exceeds the incremental costs, then the special order would result in a differential profit.
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Carmelina
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. The question is asking for the result of accepting the special order, but the information seems to be focused on a differential analysis. I'll need to make sure I understand the connection between the two.
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Chery
1 year ago
This looks like a classic differential analysis problem. I'll need to carefully review the information provided and think through the incremental costs and revenues to determine the impact on profit.
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Cherelle
1 year ago
The contribution margin would also be $700, so it's a good deal overall.
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Glendora
1 year ago
Hold up, are we sure this isn't a trick question? I mean, who orders dog hats from a cat hat company? Anyway, I'm sticking with Option D, the $700 contribution margin.
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Jody
1 year ago
But what about the differential contribution margin?
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Sarah
1 year ago
Hmm, this is a tricky one. I'm torn between A and C, but I think I'll go with C. A differential contribution margin of $550 sounds about right.
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Gracie
1 year ago
No, I believe it's C) A differential contribution margin of $550
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Doyle
1 year ago
I think it's A) A differential profit of ($550)
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Cherelle
1 year ago
Because the differential profit would be $700 if we accept it.
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Kiley
1 year ago
I'm going with Option B. A differential profit of ($700) makes the most sense to me based on the information provided.
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Latrice
1 year ago
I agree, Option B makes the most sense based on the information in the special order differential analysis.
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Kristal
1 year ago
I think Option B is the correct choice. The differential profit of ($700) seems like the most logical outcome.
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Florinda
1 year ago
Why do you think so, Cherelle?
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Cherelle
1 year ago
I think we should accept the special order for dogs.
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Anglea
1 year ago
Option D seems right. The differential contribution margin of $700 looks like the best choice here.
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Daren
1 year ago
It's clear that accepting the special order for dogs would be beneficial for the company based on the differential analysis.
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Alishia
1 year ago
Yes, I agree. That would result in a higher profit for Cat Hats Inc. compared to the other options.
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Scarlet
1 year ago
I think option D is the best choice. The differential contribution margin of $700 is the most profitable.