Bioclean Co., a merchandiser, sells a biodegradable cleaning product and has predicted the following unit sales for the first four months of the current year: Jan. Feb. March April Sales in units1,800 2,000 2,100 1,600  Ending inventory for each month should be 20% of the next month's sales, and the December 31 inventory is consistent with that policy. How many units should be purchased in February?

A. 2,020.
B. 1,600.
C. 2,820.
D. 2,420.
E. 2,000.


Answer: A

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