A recent annual report for McDonald's reports the following operating income for its United States and APMEA
Question:
A recent annual report for McDonald's reports the following operating income for its United States and APMEA (Asia-Pacific, Middle East, and Africa) geographic segments:
In $ millions 2011 2010 2009
United States . . . . . . . . . . . . $3,666 . . . . . $3,446 . . . . . . $3,232
APMEA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,526. . . . . . . 1,200. . . . . . . . . 989
Required
1. Is operating income growing faster in the United States or in the APMEA segment? Explain.
2. Is the difference in operating income growth due to the use of different costing methods (absorption or variable costing) in the U.S. and APMEA segments? Explain.
Fantastic news! We've Found the answer you've been seeking!
Step by Step Answer:
Related Book For
Question Posted: