Building Supplies Is Considering a Merger with Tools and More

question 18

Multiple Choice

Building Supplies is considering a merger with Tools and More. Building's total operating costs of producing services are $4 million for a sales volume of $20 million. Tools' total operating costs of producing services are $1 million for a sales volume of $5 million. Suppose that synergies in the production process result in a cost of production for the merged firms totalling $4.8 million with total sales remaining unchanged. Calculate the total average cost for the merged firm.

• A) 9.6 percent
• B) 40.0 percent
• C) 19.2 percent
• D) 20.0 percent

Identify techniques and methods for behavior change.

Recognize the impact of age, habits, motivation, and gender on behavior.

Describe the terms and concepts related to behavior modification (including self-efficacy, enabling factors, and motivation).

Analyze the role of predisposing, enabling, and reinforcing factors in behavior change.

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Definitions:

Elite Theory

A theory in political science and sociology which posits that a small minority, consisting of members of the economic elite and policy-planning networks, holds the most power—and that this power is independent of a state's democratic elections process.

Self-Interests

The focus on one's own advantages or well-being without necessarily considering those of others.

Direct Democracy

A form of government in which citizens make decisions directly rather than through representatives, often via referendums or initiatives.

Electoral College

A body of electors established by the United States Constitution, tasked with electing the president and vice president based on the popular vote in each state.