Asked by Patritia Liang on Sep 24, 2024

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​When a transfer price increases

A) ​the profits of the division using the intermediate product will rise      
B) the profits of the division using the intermediate product will be unaffected
C) the profits of the division using the intermediate product will fall
D) ​the costs of the division using the intermediate product will fall

Transfer Price

The price charged for goods, services, or intellectual property when these are exchanged between divisions within the same company.

Division Using

Refers to the allocation or utilization of resources or responsibilities among different departments or sectors within an organization.

Intermediate Product

A product that is used as an input in the production of another good rather than being sold directly to consumers.

  • Examine how changes in transfer pricing influence divisional earnings.
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Mohan Paudel5 days ago
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
When the transfer price increases, it means that the division using the intermediate product has to pay more for it. This will increase their costs, reducing their profits. Therefore, the profits of the division using the intermediate product will fall.