The Precision Writing Instruments Company Makes Two Pen Designs -

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Multiple Choice

The Precision Writing Instruments Company makes two pen designs - the Cordova design and the Savannah design. These data apply, regardless of which of two pen designs is being implemented. Materials cost per pen is $6. Labour cost per pen is $5. Production overhead is $1,000,000. Advertising and promotion is $1,000,000. Marketing research has estimated the following demand functions for the next year of sales for the two pen designs where Q represents demand in thousands and P represents price. For the Cordova design, Q = 150 - 2.5P. For the Savannah design, Q = 175 - 2.1P. What are the total costs for sales of 500,000 units of the Cordova design?

• A)$3,650,000
• B)$7,500,000
• C)$5,500,000
• D)$2,000,000

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Definitions:

Inhibin

Inhibin is a hormone that negatively regulates the production of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and is essential in the control of reproductive function.

Spermatogenesis

The process of sperm cell development, occurring in the testes, where spermatogonial stem cells differentiate into mature spermatozoa.

FSH Secretion

The release of Follicle-Stimulating Hormone by the pituitary gland, which plays a crucial role in reproductive processes.

Menstrual Cycle

The monthly cycle of changes in the female reproductive system that includes the preparation of the uterus for pregnancy and the shedding of the uterine lining if pregnancy does not occur.