Preparing a Selling and Administrative Expenses Budget

Elwood Company makes and sells plastic trash bags. In the coming year, Elwood expects total sales of $18,620,000. There is a 4% commission on sales. In addition, fixed expenses of the sales and administrative offices include the following:

Salaries $ 796,000
Utilities 173,000
Office space 312,000
Advertising 1,100,000
Required:

Prepare a selling and administrative expenses budget for Elwood Company for the coming year.

Elwood Company
Selling and Administrative Expenses Budget
For the Coming Year
Variable selling expenses $
Fixed expenses:
Salaries $
Utilities
Office space
Advertising
Total fixed expenses
Total selling and administrative expenses $

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