The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010 requires states to create and maintain health-care exchanges in which health insurance providers compete for customers on equal terms.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
True
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Companies that follow GAAP are required to use the direct write-off method for uncollectible accounts receivable
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Rollins and Associates develops hotels in resort locations. The company is exploring the construction of a new facility that would have significant meeting and banquet space for conventions and conferences, and sleeping rooms that average 850 square feet. The accounting department estimates that land and building costs will amount to $60 and $120 per square foot of floor area, respectively. Other expenditures during construction for interest, real estate taxes, and general overhead are expected to total 35% of land and construction cost. Once basic construction is completed, Rollins anticipates per-room initial expenditures for:Sleeping room furnishings and accessories$16,000Supplies1,900Marketing5,500The accounting department suggests that 10% be added to the total of all preceding
costs to allow for estimation errors. Construction is anticipated to take two years.Rollins' pricing policy is consistent with that of industry leaders, namely, to set a room rate equal to .1% (.001) of cost. Upon completion, comparable facilities are expected to charge $240 per day.Required:A. Compute the total cost of a sleeping room at the new facility.B. Is the company's room rate competitive? Briefly explain.C. Rollins desires to enter this market by adhering to the industry standard and charging a competitive room rate. If needed, the firm will look for ways to cut expenditures. Briefly explain the difference between cost-plus pricing and target costing.D. Other than operating costs and room revenues, what else should Rollins consider before a final decision is made about the facility? What will be an ideal response?
What is the most critical element in effective strategic planning?
A. creativity B. top management support and participation C. continual attention D. the use of a BCG portfolio matrix E. a stringent and narrow mission statement