Two successive monthly income statements for the food department of a motor lodge are shown here. Present the income statements in a comparative horizontal analysis format and comment on any significant differences.LO1

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Sales Revenue Room service Dining room Bar-lounge Coffee shop Banquets Total Sales Revenue Cost of sales Gross Margin Operating Expenses Wages and salaries Employee benefits Linen and laundry China, glassware, & tableware Miscellaneous operating costs Operating supplies Total Operating Expenses Departmental Operating Income August $ 11,300 75,900 5,500 53,400 66,200 $212,300 ( 68,100) $144,200 September $ 9,000 63,700 4,100 48,700 70,500 $196,000 ( 63,900) $132,100 $ 71,100 $ 75,800 11,400 10,700 3,200 3,000 5,300 4,900 4,900 4,700 9,600 8,800 ( 110,200) ( 103,200) $ 34,000 $ 28,900