Problem: Module 6 Textbook Problem 6 Learning Objective: 6.3 Make appropriate outsourcing decisions Franklin Electronics currently produces the shipping containers it uses to deliver the electronics products it sells. The monthly cost of producing 9,300 containers follows. -One-third of these costs can be avoided by purchasing the containers. Russo Container Company has offered to sell comparable containers to Franklin for $2.80 each. Required a. Calculate the total relevant cost. Should Franklin continue to make the containers? b. Franklin could lease the space it currently uses in the manufacturing process. If leasing would produce $11,500 per month, calculate the total avoidable costs. Should Franklin continue to make the containers