Hakeem plc is an international pharmaceutical company that operates three divisions. An extract from the 2019 management accounts is summarized below: Scotland Division England Division Northern Ireland Division £ £ £ Revenues 77,000 85,000 55,000 Variable costs (55,000) (62,000) (47,000) Contribution margin 22,000 23,000 8,000 Fixed costs (12,000) (12,000) (12,000) Operating income 10,000 11,000 (4,000) Requirement: Senior management are considering a proposal to close the Northern Ireland division because it has been reporting losses for the last 3 years. Advise the management on whether such a decision is profitable for Hakeem plc. Clearly show any workings to support your advice. (2 Marks)
Question 1 Hakeem plc is an international pharmaceutical company that operates three divisions. An extract from the 2019 management accounts is summarized below:…