This book provides readers with a firm foundation in the principles and techniques ofreal-world merchandising mathematics and shows them how to apply these fundamentals to solving specific, everyday retail merchandising problems. Throughout, clear, concise explanations of concepts are followed by step-by-step example problems, practice problems using realistic industry figures, and selected answers. Includes suggestions for working some problems on a computer spreadsheet. Features a review of basic mathematics, decimals, percents, fractions, and highlighted formulas. Basic Merchandising Mathematics. Profitability. Cost of Merchandise Sold. Markup as a Merchandising Tool. Retail Pricing for Profit. Inventory Valuation. The Collar Merchandise Plan. Dollar Open-to-Buy. Performance Measures. For Retail Executives and Buyers in training and Small Storeowners.