Answer:
(a) $1
(b) NO, Because it results in a loss of $9
Explanation:
As per the data given in the question,
a)
Sales value ($62+$50) $112
Less: Total costs
Potatoes cost $48
Peeling cost $14
Cost of further processing peels $19
Cost of further depeeled spuds $30
Profit ($112-$48-$19-$14-$30) $1
b)
Cocktail of organic nutrients = Yes, Because it results in a profit of $1 ($50-$19-$30)
Frozen french fries = NO, Because it results in a loss of $9 ($62-$41-$30)