Natural Selection Refers to

question 457

Multiple Choice

Natural selection refers to

• A)the change over time in the frequency with which particular genes occur within a species
• B)several genes combining their influence to create a single phenotypic trait
• C)the in-born tendencies that enable us to adapt to our environment
• D)characteristics that are likely to increase our chances of survival which are more likely to be preserved in a species

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Definitions:

Prime Costs

The combined costs of direct materials and direct labor involved in manufacturing a product.

Direct Materials

Raw materials that are directly traceable and allocable to a finished product in the manufacturing process.

Factory Overhead

All indirect costs associated with manufacturing, including costs related to operating the factory such as utilities, maintenance, and salaries of indirect labor.

Product Costs

The costs directly associated with the production of goods, including direct material, direct labor, and manufacturing overhead expenses.