Answer- The horizontal analysis shows that cost of goods sold has increased by 40.83% (Option A).
Step-by-step explanation- Cost of goods sold in 2018 = $2400
Cost of goods sold in 2019 = $3380
Increase in cost of goods sold = $3380-$2400
= $980
% increased in cost of goods sold = ($980/$2400)*100
= 40.83%