Figure 21-19 The Following Graph Illustrates a Representative Consumer's Preferences for Marshmallows

question 109

Multiple Choice

Figure 21-19
The following graph illustrates a representative consumer's preferences for marshmallows and chocolate chip cookies:

-Refer to Figure 21-19.Assume that the consumer has an income of $40,the price of a bag of marshmallows is $2,and the price of a bag of chocolate chips is $2.The optimizing consumer will choose to purchase which bundle of marshmallows and chocolate chips?

• A) A
• B) B
• C) C
• D) D

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Definitions:

Standard Cost

A pre-determined estimate of the cost to produce a single unit or a number of units during a specific period.

Machine Hours

A measure of production time, calculating the total hours that machines are operated in the manufacturing process.

Standard Cost System

An accounting system that uses cost estimates for raw materials, labor, and overhead to set prices and measure efficiency.

Manufacturing Overhead

All indirect costs associated with the production process, including utilities, maintenance, and factory equipment depreciation.