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CIMA Exam CIMAPRO19-P02-1 Topic 3 Question 99 Discussion

Actual exam question for CIMA's CIMAPRO19-P02-1 exam
Question #: 99
Topic #: 3
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If transfer prices are set at variable costs, the supplying division does not cover its fixed costs.

Which of the following does NOT resolve this problem?

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Suggested Answer: C

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Verona
2 months ago
I believe reducing the level of fixed costs could resolve the issue.
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Emiko
2 months ago
I agree, the supplying division needs to cover its fixed costs somehow.
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Carline
2 months ago
I think setting transfer prices at variable costs is not ideal.
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Bethanie
2 months ago
Option D is interesting, but it still doesn't solve the problem of the supplying division not covering its fixed costs.
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Ming
1 months ago
D) Central management can impose a range within which the transfer price should fall.
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Solange
1 months ago
C) Reduce the level of fixed costs.
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Brandon
1 months ago
B) A system of dual pricing can be adopted.
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Lavonna
2 months ago
A) Each division can be given a share of the overall contribution earned by the organization.
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Talia
3 months ago
Haha, reducing fixed costs? That's like solving a leaky faucet by turning off the water main!
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Adela
3 months ago
I think option B is the best answer here. Dual pricing can help the supplying division cover its fixed costs.
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Pearlene
2 months ago
That's true, reducing fixed costs could be another way to address the issue.
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Loreta
2 months ago
But what about option C? Reducing fixed costs could also help the supplying division.
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Kelvin
2 months ago
I agree, dual pricing can be a good solution to the problem.
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Veda
2 months ago
Option B is a good choice. Dual pricing can definitely help cover fixed costs.
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Tresa
3 months ago
Option C doesn't seem like a good solution. Reducing fixed costs doesn't really address the root issue of transfer pricing.
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Teri
3 months ago
B) A system of dual pricing can be adopted.
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Rusty
3 months ago
A) Each division can be given a share of the overall contribution earned by the organization.
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