The Sum of the Firm's Expenses That Change with the Quantity

question 70

Multiple Choice

The sum of the firm's expenses that change with the quantity of the product that is produced and sold is referred to as

• A) fixed cost.
• B) total cost.
• C) marginal cost.
• D) unit cost.
• E) variable cost.

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