The Development of a Blood Substitute Would Be Welcomed for All

question 113

Multiple Choice

The development of a blood substitute would be welcomed for all of the following reasons EXCEPT which one?

• A) Human blood may carry and transmit infectious agents.
• B) Human blood storage requires refrigeration, which might not be available in developing countries.
• C) The supply of donated human blood generally cannot keep up with the demand.
• D) Transfused blood rarely persists for more than a few days in the recipient.
• E) Typing and cross-matching are necessary with human blood, and the right type may not be available.

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Definitions:

Standard Costs

Predetermined or budgeted costs for materials, labor, and overhead used for cost control and financial planning.

Materials Quantity Variance

The variance between the real amount of materials consumed in the manufacturing process and the anticipated standard amount.

Direct Materials Purchases Variance

The difference between the actual cost of direct materials purchased and the expected, or budgeted, cost.

Variable Manufacturing Overhead

Costs that fluctuate with production volume, such as indirect materials and utilities for machinery.