Many Craters on the Moon Are Characterized by a Central

question 69

Multiple Choice

Many craters on the Moon are characterized by a central peak.What is the significance of this?

• A) This is strong evidence that lunar craters are volcanic in origin.
• B) A central peak is characteristic of an impact crater formed by a shock wave.
• C) The crater has dug into the lunar surface far enough to uncover an ancient mountain range.
• D) The crater was formed by impact,but it has penetrated into the lunar surface far enough to evoke lava flow,which has produced a volcanic cone.

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Average Fixed Cost

The constant expenses associated with production, which remain unaffected by the amount of goods produced, divided by the number of items made.

Average Variable Cost

The total variable cost of production divided by the quantity of output produced.

Average Total Cost

The total cost of production divided by the quantity of output produced, illustrating the average cost per unit of output.

Cost Curve

A graphical representation showing how the cost of producing a good changes with changes in the quantity of the good produced.