When a Significant Operation That Does Meet the Definition of a Discontinued

question 57

True/False

When a significant operation that does meet the definition of a discontinued operation is disposed of, U.S. GAAP requires disclosure of the pre-tax profit (loss) of that operation.

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Definitions:

Positive Output

The result of production processes that lead to an increase in the quantity of goods or services produced.

Long-Run Total Cost

The cumulative expense incurred by a firm when all inputs are variable, intended to capture the idea of planning and adjustment in the face of changing economic landscapes.

Maximize Profits

A business objective aiming to achieve the highest possible financial gain by managing costs and optimizing revenue streams in a given market environment.

Long-Run Cost Function

A graphical or mathematical representation showing the lowest cost at which a firm can produce any given level of output in the long run, where all inputs are variable.