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MAC3701 Assignment 2 semester 2 2023
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- University Of South Africa (Unisa)
Exam of 11 pages for the course Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management at Unisa (90% rate.)
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MAC3702 ASSIGNMENT 2APPLICATION OF FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT TECHNIQUES
PASS RATE 90%
UNISA
, QUESTION a(i)
Physical Units Method: This method allocates joint costs based on a physical measure such as weight,
volume, or units produced.
Appropriateness for Monate: Given that Monate's products have different yields (Raw sugar
30%, Molasses 45%, and Bagasse 25%), the physical units method may seem straightforward.
However, the challenge lies in the different values and profit margins associated with each
product. Allocating costs based solely on physical units may not capture the true economic value
of each product.
Net Realisable Value (NRV) at Split-off Point Method: This method allocates joint costs based on the
value of products at the split-off point, that is, the sales value minus any further processing costs.
Appropriateness for Monate: Monate uses this method, and it might be suitable given the
differences in the commercial viability of the products. Raw sugar and Molasses are crucial
for Monate's profitability, while Bagasse is incidental. Allocating costs based on NRV can
provide a clearer picture of profitability and can help in decision-making about further
processing or selling strategies.
Relative Sales Value at Split-off Point Method: Joint costs are allocated based on the sales value of
products at the split-off point without considering further processing costs.
Appropriateness for Monate: If Monate's products have a considerable difference in their
sales values and little subsequent processing is done post split-off, this method can be
appropriate. However, considering that Raw sugar undergoes further processing, ignoring
those costs might skew profitability metrics.
Constant Gross Margin Percentage NRV Method: This method involves allocating joint costs such that
each product achieves the same gross margin percentage.
Appropriateness for Monate: This might not be the best fit for Monate since the products
have different economic values, market demands, and processing needs. Achieving a
constant gross margin for each might distort the true profitability of each product.
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