Universal Auto Parts manufactures part UAP9 used in several of its truck models. 1,000 units are produced each year with production costs as follows: Direct materials $ 80,000 Direct manufacturing labor 50,000 Variable support costs 40,000 Fixed support costs 80,000 Total costs $250,000 The company has the option of purchasing part UAP9 from an outside supplier at $24 per unit. If X12 is outsourced, 20% of the fixed costs cannot be immediately converted to other uses.

Required:

a) Describe avoidable costs. What amount of the UAP9 production costs is avoidable?

b) If the part is outsourced, 20% of the fixed costs cannot be immediately converted to other uses. Should the company outsource UAP9? Why or why not? Show your work.

c) If the part is outsourced, 20% of the fixed costs cannot be immediately converted to other uses, but the unused space can be rented out for $30,000. Should the company outsource UAP9? Why or why not? Show your work. d) What other items should the company consider before outsourcing any of the parts it currently manufactures?