alleryStart learning →A product line has positive contribution but a net loss. What is the usual advice?
AKeep it running
BSell it at a loss
CCut its selling price
DDrop it immediately
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Keep it running
A positive contribution still helps cover fixed costs, so closing the line would make overall profit worse.
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