Business Analytics
3rd Edition
ISBN: 9780135231678
Author: Evans, James R. (james Robert)
Publisher: PEARSON EDUCATION (COLLEGE)
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Chapter 1, Problem 5PE
Suppose that a manufacturer can produce a part for $10.00 with a fixed cost of $5,000. Alternately, the manufacturer could contract with a supplier in Asia to purchase the part at a cost of $12.00, which includes transportation.
- a. If the anticipated production volume is 1,200 units, compute the total cost of manufacturing and the total cost of outsourcing.
- b. What is the best decision?
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