The goal of Video-Technical, Inc.'s formation was to offer a single product for $600 each with a 60-day warranty against flaws. According to engineering estimations, 5% of the units that are sold will turn out to be faulty and need an average $50 in repairs. $198,000 in sales were made overall in September, although 9 of the devices were later determined to be faulty and had to be fixed. At the conclusion of the month, the accumulated obligation for product guarantees should be: A. $ 850 B. $ 400 C. $ 450 D. $1,150 F None of the above

The goal of Video-Technical, Inc.'s formation was to offer a single product for $600 each with a 60-day warranty against flaws. According to engineering estimations, 5% of the units that are sold will turn out to be faulty and need an average $50 in repairs. $198,000 in sales were made overall in September, although 9 of the devices were later determined to be faulty and had to be fixed. At the conclusion of the month, the accumulated obligation for product guarantees should be: A. $ 850 B. $ 400 C. $ 450 D. $1,150 F None of the above

FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING

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Chapter1: Financial Statements And Business Decisions

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