The Production of Methamphetamine (Meth)is a Social Problem in the Midwest.Iowa

question 28

Multiple Choice

The production of methamphetamine (meth) is a social problem in the Midwest.Iowa is considering two potential programs: Operation Methbust would increase the number of sheriffs' deputies to search out and destroy methamphetamine labs.Operation Say No to Meth would increase the training required of public school teachers so that they could better educate students about the health risks of using meth.Assuming that each program were successful,which of the following statements is correct?

• A)Both Operation Methbust and Say No would reduce the equilibrium quantity and increase the equilibrium price of meth.
• B)Both Operation Methbust and Say No would increase the equilibrium quantity and reduce the equilibrium price of meth.
• C)Both Operation Methbust and Say No would reduce the equilibrium quantity of meth;Operation Methbust would increase the equilibrium price,whereas Say No would reduce the equilibrium price of meth.
• D)Both Operation Methbust and Say No would reduce the equilibrium price of meth;Operation Methbust would reduce the equilibrium quantity,whereas Say No would increase the equilibrium quantity of meth.

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Definitions:

Direct Labor

Labor costs that are directly tied to the production of goods or the provision of services, such as wages of factory workers.

Factory Overhead

All indirect costs associated with the manufacturing process, including costs related to operating the factory such as utilities, equipment depreciation, and maintenance.

Transferred-In Costs

Costs that are moved from one department or process to another within a company during the production process.

Conversion Costs

The combined costs of direct labor and manufacturing overheads incurred to convert raw materials into finished products.