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The Widget Store is considering the addition of a new awesome device. Expected sales and costs for the new device: Annual production and sales

The Widget Store is considering the addition of a new awesome device. Expected sales and costs
for the new device:
Annual production and sales               3,000 units
Selling price per unit                            $ 95
Variable costs per unit                        $ 42
Fixed costs per unit                            $ 20
Some fixed costs are allocated and some are directly traceable fixed costs. In total, 25% of fixed costs are
unavoidable. Because the device will crowd out other product sales, the Widget Store estimates that the
contribution margin of other product lines will decrease by $15,000 per year if the new device is
introduced. What is the lowest selling price that would make the new device economically viable?
 

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