Aleda Marucheck has received the following quote from a supplier of replacement ink cartridges used in laser jet printers:

Quantity

Unit Price

1

$23.00

2

$19.00

5

$17.00

10

$13.00

13

$12.00

Assignment:

1.Using the format illustrated in Chapter 12, calculate a quantity discount analysis for a quote using specific quantities.

2.What quantity should Aleda order if she wants to receive the lowest incremental costs between quantities?

3.Is there anything unusual about this quote?

4.What must a buyer consider when determining what quantity to purchase?