Answer:
net income is increased by $3,600
Explanation:
In this question we have to compare the net income based on two alternatives
Alternative 1
Sales $40,000 (500 sleds × $80)
Less: Variable cost $20,500 (500 sleds × $41)
Contribution margin $19,500
Less: Fixed cost -$3,500
Net income $16,000
Alternative 2
Sales $45,600 (570 sleds × $80)
Less: Variable cost $22,500 (500 sleds × $45)
Contribution margin $23,100
Less: Fixed cost -$3,500
Net income $19,600
As we can see that the net income is increased by $3,600 by taking a difference between the $19,600 and $16,000