Answer:
$200,000
Explanation:
Segment Margin is Profit wholly controlled by a specific division. Now, this excludes shared costs from the central Head Office.
The segment margin for the South Division is calculated as follows :
Sales                               $500,000
Less Variable Costs (40% x $500,000) Â Â ($200,000)
Contribution (60% x $500,000) Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â $300,000
Less Traceable Fixed Expenses         ($100,000)
Segment Margin                      $200,000
Conclusion
The segment margin for the South Division is $200,000