Skiable Acres operates a Rocky Mountain ski resort. The company is planning its lift ticket pricing for the coming ski season. Investors would like to earn a 10%
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- 1. Would Skiable Acres emphasize target pricing or cost-plus pricing? Why?
- 2. If other resorts in the area charge $85 per day, what price should Skiable Acres charge?
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