The Theory of How People Explain Others' Behavior by Ascribing

question 70

Multiple Choice

The theory of how people explain others' behavior by ascribing it either to internal dispositions or to external situations is called:

• A)dispositional theory.
• B)motivational theory.
• C)situational theory.
• D)attribution theory.

Comprehend the significance of break-even analysis in financial and accounting contexts.

Grasp the real options in managerial decision-making, including the investment timing and the option to expand.

Interpret the degree of operating leverage and its impact on business financial performance.

Understand the principles behind sensitivity and simulation analysis for project evaluation.

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Definitions:

Historical Cost

The original monetary value of an asset or transaction, without adjustment for inflation or other external factors over time.

Replacement Cost

The cost to replace an asset with another of similar function and quality at current prices.

Net Realizable Value

The estimated selling price of goods, minus the estimated cost of completion and any costs necessary to make the sale.

Retained Earnings

Profits that a company keeps or retains rather than distributing to shareholders as dividends, often used for reinvestment.