How many vacuums are supposed to be sold to achieve break even?  (b) If Primark wants to earn a profit of $36,000, how many vacuum must be sold

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(a) How many vacuums are supposed to be sold to achieve break even? 
(b) If Primark wants to earn a profit of $36,000, how many vacuum must be sold? 

Primark company produces vacuums. The manufacturing cost is $25 per unit with a fixed
cost of $12,000. A vacuum sells for $100.
Transcribed Image Text:Primark company produces vacuums. The manufacturing cost is $25 per unit with a fixed cost of $12,000. A vacuum sells for $100.
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