Carla's building expenses,which are indirect,are based on each department's square footage.Department A occupies 35,000 square feet.Department B occupies 55,000 square feet,and Department C occupies 10,000 square feet.If the building expenses total $250,000,how much is allocated to Department B?

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The total square footage of the building is 35,000 + 55,000 + 10,000 = 100,000. 
To find the percentage of the building that Department B occupies, divide the square footage of Department B by the total square footage of the building: 55,000 ÷ 100,000 = 0.55 or 55%. 
Then, multiply this percentage by the total building expenses: 0.55 × $250,000 = $137,500. 
Therefore, the amount allocated to Department B is $137,500.

Carla's Building Expenses,which Are Indirect,are Based on Each Department's Square