Zena Fashion in Atlanta operates three departments: Men's, Women's, and Accessories. Zena Fashion allocates all fixed expenses (unavoidable building depreciation and utilities) based on each department's square footage. Departmental operating income data for the third quarter of the current year are as follows: View the Departmental operating income data. LOADING... The store will remain in the same building regardless of whether any of the departments are discontinued. Should Zena Fashion discontinue any of the departments? Give your reason.
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