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Manuel Inc. produces textiles in many different forms. After recording lower than anticipa...

Manuel Inc. produces textiles in many different forms. After recording lower than anticipated pro­fits last year, Manuel has decided to shut down one of its divisions that is not performing well. The accounting manager has compiled the following data on the two divisions being considered for closing and asked you to evaluate the short-term and long-term effects on profits of closing each division. Which division should be closed and why?

 

Winter Outerwear

High End Suits

Net revenues

$1,000,000

$5,000,000

Variable costs

500,000

2,000,000

Contribution margin

500,000

3,000,000

Controllable fixed costs

0

2,000,000

Controllable margin

500,000

1,000,000

Noncontrollable fixed costs

750,000

1,500,000

Contribution by SBU

$ (250,000)

$ (500,000)

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