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Differential analysis for a discontinued product
The condensed product-line income statement for Rhinebeck Company for the month of
October is as follows: (Refer the image )
Fixed costs are 20% of the cost of goods sold and 30% of the selling and administrative expenses. Rhinebeck Company assumes that fixed costs would not be materially affected if the Gloves line were discontinued.
a. Prepare a differential analysis dated October 31 to determine if Mufflers should be continued (Alternative 1) or discontinued (Alternative 2).
b. Should the Mufflers line be retained? Explain.
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