The following data pertain to Skogg Consulting. Skogg provides advice on structural engineering for large projects such

Question:

The following data pertain to Skogg Consulting. Skogg provides advice on structural engineering for large projects such as stadiums and bridges. Clients seek Skogg out because it has extensive contacts and can find the person who is “right” for the job. This is a nontrivial task, as often fewer than 10 persons worldwide might have the required expertise. Skogg bills clients at the rate of $350 per hour plus actual expenses for travel and board. The firm draws consultants from a roster it maintains, and it pays the consultant $300 per hour. The balance of $50 goes toward administrative support. The firm expects to accumulate 9,000 consulting hours for the year and projects a profit before taxes of $230,000.

Required:
Complete a income statement to determine
(a) The firm’s cost to provide service and
(b) Its marketing and administration costs.

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