Relative to the u. s. distribution network, calculate the costs associated with running the existing system. assume that 40 percent of the volume arrives in seattle and 60 percent of the volume arrives in los angeles and the port processing fee for federal processing at both locations in $5.00 per cbm. assume everything is transferred to the kansas city distribution center by rail, where is unloaded and quality checked. assume that all volume is then transferred by truck to the nine existing warehouses in the united states.

while setting up his new office, an attorney ordered thick, frieze carpets for the floor. however, the building inspector had him remove the expensive carpeting. the building inspector stated that according to federal regulations, the office must be wheelchair accessible as it is a public area. he further explained that since wheelchairs do not maneuver well in thick, frieze carpeting, the carpets had to be removed and be replaced with smooth-textured carpets that do not restrict wheelchair maneuverability. this scenario illustrates how a company is influenced by the component of its specific environment.

The uno company was formed on january 2, year 1, to sell a single product. over a 2-year period, uno’s acquisition costs have increased steadily. physical quantities held in inventory were equal to 3 months’ sales at december 31, year 1, and zero at december 31, year 2. assuming the periodic inventory system, the inventory cost method which reports the highest amount for each of the following is inventory december 31, year 1/ cost of sales year 2 a: lifo fifo b: lifo lifo c: fifo fifo d: fifo lifo

Asap describe three different expenses associated with restaurants. choose one of these expenses, and discuss how a manager could handle this expense.