Negotiations on a new contract have started. The contractor has 500 employees, the contract is 2.5% of the contractor's income, and personnel cost is 55% of the direct cost. The contractor has submitted estimated overhead costs equal to 88.9% of the direct cost of the project. Briefly explain how you would make a model-based decision to approve or disapprove the contract.

Negotiations on a new contract have started. The contractor has 500 employees, the contract is 2.5% of the contractor's income, and personnel cost is 55% of the direct cost. The contractor has submitted estimated overhead costs equal to 88.9% of the direct cost of the project. Briefly explain how you would make a model-based decision to approve or disapprove the contract.

Intermediate Accounting: Reporting And Analysis

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Chapter17: Advanced Issues In Revenue Recognition

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