The table provided delineates the expenditures incurred by a used bookstore in Scotland during January and December of 2018.
A comparative analysis reveals a significant increase in total expenses over the course of the year, primarily attributed to a substantial rise in rent and variations in other expense categories.
In January 2018, the bookstore’s total expenses amounted to $4,758, with notable allocations including $3,222 for rent and $260 designated for wages and benefits. Other expenses included utilities at $455, marketing at $263, and miscellaneous costs summing to $444. Minor expenditures such as professional fees, maintenance, and equipment were relatively low, contributing $51, $10, and $53, respectively.
By December 2018, the total expenses escalated to $6,571, reflecting an overall increase of approximately 38%. Rent witnessed a remarkable rise to $4,909, while wages and benefits decreased to $226. Utilities significantly reduced to $265, though professional fees increased to $132. Marketing expenditures also grew to $355, and other expenses surged to $599, alongside a slight increase in maintenance costs to $42. This data illustrates not only the escalation of the bookstore’s financial obligations throughout the year but also highlights the dynamic nature of its operating costs.