The Following Information Relates to a Company's Aggregate Production Planning

Multiple Choice

The following information relates to a company's aggregate production planning activities:

Beginning Workforce = 35 workers
Production per Employee = 1,250 units per quarter
Hiring Cost = $500 per worker
Firing Cost = $1,000 per worker
Inventory Carrying Cost = $20 per unit per quarter
If a chase demand strategy is used then the total firing cost for the plan is

A) $10,000
B) $15,000
C) $20,000
D) $25,000