The AIDS Epidemic Has Had Its Most Drastic Effect in

question 31

Multiple Choice

The AIDS epidemic has had its most drastic effect in

• A)the United States and Canada.
• B)Eastern Europe.
• C)sub-Saharan Africa.
• D)East Asia.

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Definitions:

Marked Down

A reduction in the price of goods to stimulate sales or clear out inventory.

Operating Expense

Operating expense includes all necessary expenditures that a business incurs as a result of performing its normal business operations, excluding the cost of goods sold.

Operating Profit

The profit earned from a firm's core business operations, excluding deductions of interest and taxes.

Mark-up

The amount added to the cost price of goods to cover overhead and profit.