Nyanza, Incorporated anticipates sales of 55,000 units, 53,000 units, and 56,000 units in July, August, and September, respectively. Company policy is to maintain an ending finished-goods inventory equal to 30% of the following month's sales. On the basis of this information, how many units would the company plan to produce in July?

Nyanza, Incorporated anticipates sales of 55,000 units, 53,000 units, and 56,000 units in July, August, and September, respectively. Company policy is to maintain an ending finished-goods inventory equal to 30% of the following month's sales. On the basis of this information, how many units would the company plan to produce in July?

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