If a Firm Is Using Labour and Capital Such That

question 63

Multiple Choice

If a firm is using labour and capital such that the MP of labour is two times the MP of capital, and the price of labour is four times the price of capital, the firm should in order to minimize its costs of producing its output.

• A) decrease both capital and labour
• B) decrease capital and increase labour
• C) not alter its present factor mix
• D) increase both labour and capital
• E) increase capital and decrease labour

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Definitions:

Comparability

A characteristic of accounting information that allows users to analyze two or more periods of financial data or companies to identify trends and differences.

Timeliness

The degree to which information, actions, or events occur at a suitable or opportune time, particularly in contexts requiring promptness.

Interest Expense

The amount of interest payable on any borrowed funds.

Notes Payable

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