Gossip is normal. i don't think it actually hurts anyone, said a new co-worker. what's the best way to respond? a. as long as no one repeats it, it's no big deal. b. gossiping to the right person has gotten many people raises. c. if you are going to gossip, only do it once in awhile. d. gossip can damage personal and business relationships.

"jake’s roof repair has provided the following data concerning its costs: fixed cost per month cost per repair-hour wages and salaries $ 20,900 $ 15.00 parts and supplies $ 7.70 equipment depreciation $ 2,800 $ 0.35 truck operating expenses $ 5,720 $ 1.60 rent $ 4,690 administrative expenses $ 3,850 $ 0.50 for example, wages and salaries should be $20,900 plus $15.00 per repair-hour. the company expected to work 2,600 repair-hours in may, but actually worked 2,500 repair-hours. the company expects its sales to be $47.00 per repair-hour. required: compute the company’s activity variances for may."