For managers attempting to maximize operating income for a product offering with a great deal of variety, product-mix decisions must usually take into account:
A) more than one constraining resource
B) just those products with the greatest contribution margin per constraining resource
C) products that produce a profit above the full costs of the product
D) how to maximize the selling price of all the products

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When managing a product offering with a great deal of variety, managers must consider more than one constraining resource while making product-mix decisions. They need to ensure that all products meet their minimum contribution margin criteria and use resources efficiently. Therefore, option A is the correct choice. The other options do not accurately reflect the complexities involved in product-mix decisions for a varied product offering.

For Managers Attempting to Maximize Operating Income for a Product