Controversy Has Arisen About Using Genetically Engineered Bovine Growth Hormone

question 45

Multiple Choice

Controversy has arisen about using genetically engineered bovine growth hormone to increase milk yield in cattle. The lesson gained from this controversy is that

• A) citizens should not be allowed to decide such issues, as they tend to make decisions based on emotion.
• B) the whole human society should decide the proper uses of recombinant DNA technology.
• C) society should let scientists decide the proper uses of recombinant DNA technology.
• D) humans are not wise enough to use this technique properly.
• E) recombinant DNA technology is inherently a bad idea and should be abandoned.

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Definitions:

Contribution Margin

The difference between sales revenue and variable costs, representing the portion of sales that helps cover fixed costs.

Sales

The transactions or business activities related to selling goods or services, generating revenue for the company.

Production Facilities

Physical premises where goods are manufactured or produced, often encompassing buildings, machinery, and equipment.

Absorption Costing

An accounting method that includes all manufacturing costs - direct materials, direct labor, and both variable and fixed manufacturing overhead - in the cost of a product.