How is differential analysis used in deciding whether to keep or drop product lines?
A ____________ __________ _________ ___________ is prepared, which includes information for each product line and a total column for all product limes. Another _____________ _____________ is prepared in the same format, which excludes the product line the company would like to drop. Decision makers select the alternative with the highest ___________
a. A differential analysis report is prepared
b. Another report is prepared excluding the product line in consideration
c. Decision makers select the alternative with the highest profitability
d. Finally, a decision is made whether to keep or drop the product line based on the analysis