Question

Sarah started a business selling cosmetics. She spent $6000 to obtain her merchandise and it costs her $210 per week for general expenses. She earns $500 per week in sales.

What is the minimum number of weeks it will take for Sarah to make a profit?

A. 20
B. 19
C. 22
D. 21

Answer 1

Starting cost = $6000 Weekly Expense = $210 Weekly revenue = $500 Hence Weekly profit = $500 - $210 = $290 Hence no. of weeks to start making profit =6000/290 = 20.69 = 21 weeks Hence answer = 21 weeks