per diem would be for one 24-hour period for either flying or driving.) As a manager, Bridget is responsible for recruiting within a budget and wants to determine which is more economical. What is the relevant cost of flying?

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**Scenario Overview:**

Bridget Youhzi, working for a large firm, is asked to present at her alma mater’s accounting honor society scholarship dinner. Her firm anticipates that this will aid in recruiting talented employees. The distance to the university is 196 miles. Bridget needs to arrive by 5:00 p.m. and leave her office by 1:00 p.m. to drive. Reimbursement is offered at $0.50 per mile.

- **Driving Details:**
  - Distance: 196 miles
  - Reimbursement Rate: $0.50/mile
  - Company allows reimbursement for an overnight stay if the return trip takes four or more hours.
  - Accommodation: Student-run inn, $101/night.

- **Flying Details:**
  - Flight Time: 3:00 p.m.
  - Round-trip Fare: $300
  - Car Rental: $39/day
  - Airport Parking: $25/day
  - Per Diem: $35 (for trips over six hours)

Bridget is tasked with deciding the most economical option within a budget for recruitment.

**Relevant Cost of Flying:**

To determine, include:
- Flight cost: $300
- Car rental: $39
- Parking: $25
- Per Diem: $35

The question posed is: "What is the relevant cost of flying?"
Transcribed Image Text:**Scenario Overview:** Bridget Youhzi, working for a large firm, is asked to present at her alma mater’s accounting honor society scholarship dinner. Her firm anticipates that this will aid in recruiting talented employees. The distance to the university is 196 miles. Bridget needs to arrive by 5:00 p.m. and leave her office by 1:00 p.m. to drive. Reimbursement is offered at $0.50 per mile. - **Driving Details:** - Distance: 196 miles - Reimbursement Rate: $0.50/mile - Company allows reimbursement for an overnight stay if the return trip takes four or more hours. - Accommodation: Student-run inn, $101/night. - **Flying Details:** - Flight Time: 3:00 p.m. - Round-trip Fare: $300 - Car Rental: $39/day - Airport Parking: $25/day - Per Diem: $35 (for trips over six hours) Bridget is tasked with deciding the most economical option within a budget for recruitment. **Relevant Cost of Flying:** To determine, include: - Flight cost: $300 - Car rental: $39 - Parking: $25 - Per Diem: $35 The question posed is: "What is the relevant cost of flying?"
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