One Characteristic of Life and Living Systems Is That They

question 7

Multiple Choice

One characteristic of life and living systems is that they are able to adapt. Toward this end, cells interact with other cells and their environment through the action of their

• A) Golgi apparatus.
• B) intracellular electrical currents.
• C) microtubular tracks.
• D) plasma membrane and extracellular matrix.

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Definitions:

Contribution Margin

The amount remaining from sales revenue after variable costs are deducted, contributing to covering fixed costs and generating profit.

Break-Even Point

The financial point at which costs equal revenues, so there is no net loss or gain.

Contribution Margin

The amount remaining from sales revenue after variable expenses have been deducted, contributing to covering fixed costs and profit.

Break Even

is the point at which total costs and total revenues are equal, meaning there is no net loss or gain, and it's a rephrased term for determining financial balance.