Explain Why Average Total Costs Initially Decrease and Then Increase

question 78

Essay

Explain why average total costs initially decrease and then increase as output increases.

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Definitions:

Direct Labor

The labor costs of workers who are directly involved in the production of goods or the rendering of services.

Direct Labor Hour

A measure of the amount of time workers spend directly manufacturing a product.

Direct Materials

Raw materials that can be directly traced to the production of specific goods or services and are significant in cost.

Total Cost

The complete amount of costs involved in producing, purchasing, and/or selling goods or services, including fixed and variable costs.