FUNDAMENTALS OF COST ACCOUNTING
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ISBN: 9781264192236
Author: LANEN, ANDERSO
Publisher: McGraw Hil
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Chapter 13, Problem 45E
a.
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Explain two possible explanations for the difference between the marketing firm’s estimate and Mr. L.
b.
To determine
Explain two possible explanations for the difference between the marketing firm’s estimate and Mr. L when Mr. L estimate is $1.1 million.
c.
To determine
Explain if there is any unethical behavior by Mr. L in estimating the sales.
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FUNDAMENTALS OF COST ACCOUNTING
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