What would the percentage of supply chain expenses need to be in order to achieve a 50% increase in gross profits? The current percentages are 100% for revenue, 10% for supply chain expense, 80% for other expenses, and hence, gross profit is 10%. Assume the revenues remain constant and the other expenses percentage remains constant at 80%.

What would the percentage of supply chain expenses need to be in order to achieve a 50% increase in gross profits? The current percentages are 100% for revenue, 10% for supply chain expense, 80% for other expenses, and hence, gross profit is 10%. Assume the revenues remain constant and the other expenses percentage remains constant at 80%.
A .  1 percent
B .  5 percent
C .  10 percent
D .  50 percent
E .  150 percent

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Answer: B