When the investor's level of influence changes it may be necessary to change from the equity method to another method. When the level of ownership falls from a range of 20% to 50% to less than 20%, the quity method typically would be discontinued and the investment account balance would be carried over at:

The leading producer of cell phone backup batteries, jumpstart, has achieved great success because they produce high-quality battery backups that are not too expensive. even so, another company that produces lower-quality batteries at the same price has also achieved some success, but not as much as jumpstart. also, in general, the price of backup batteries has declined because of economies of scale and learning. in addition, jumpstart has added complementary assets, such as a carrying case. considering all of these factors, the backup battery industry is most likely in the introduction stage. growth stage. shakeout stage. maturity stage.

Oliver's company is planning the launch of their hybrid cars. the company has included "never-before-seen" product benefits in the hybrid cars. which type of advertising should oliver's company use for the new cars?

Salt corporation's contribution margin ratio is 78% and its fixed monthly expenses are $30,000. assume that the company's sales for may are expected to be $89,000. required: estimate the company's net operating income for may, assuming that the fixed monthly expenses do not change.