Part 2 contains 3 Decision making recommendations that are independent of each other. This part...

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Part 2 contains 3 Decision making recommendations that are independent of each other. This part covers material in Module 17.
Decision Making #1-Special Order
Omaha Wire produces 2.5-gauge barbed wire that is sold to farm supply companies. Currently the company has capacity to produce 100,000 tons of wire per year.
It is operating at 80% of annual capacity. The cost per ton of wire is as follows:
The average sales price is $900 per ton. The state of Nebraska has approached the company to supply 200 tons for the states prisons for $670 per ton.
Direct material $560
Direct labor $40
Variable Overhead $50
Fixed Overhead 190
Total Cost per ton $840
Required:
If the special order is accepted, calculate the specific change in income for only the special order. Make sure you show your work and explain what the relevant costs are for the special order.
Provide a recommendation to management if the company should accept or reject this special order. Explain in detail your recommendation to management including the change to income that applies to the special order.

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