Edison Manufacturing Company recorded electricity costs of $15,600 when production was 80,000 units in July. In December, when production dropped to 50,000 units, electricity costs were $12,300. Using the high-low method, estimate the electricity costs if production is expected to be 65,000 units next month.

Edison Manufacturing Company recorded electricity costs of $15,600 when production was 80,000 units in July. In December, when production dropped to 50,000 units, electricity costs were $12,300. Using the high-low method, estimate the electricity costs if production is expected to be 65,000 units next month.

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