The Nonstandard Quantifiers, "A Few," "Several," "Many," and "Most" Translate

question 151

Multiple Choice

The nonstandard quantifiers, "a few," "several," "many," and "most" translate into standard form as:

• A)all
• B)some
• C)no
• D)all or some, depending on the context
• E)no or some, depending on the context

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Definitions:

Machine Hours

A measure of the amount of time a machine is operated, used for allocating manufacturing costs.

Flexible Budget Total

A financial plan that adjusts or varies with changes in the volume of activity or business.

Direct Labor Hours

The total hours of labor directly involved in producing goods or services, often used as a basis for allocating overhead costs.

Indirect Labor

Labor costs not directly associated with the production of goods or services, such as administrative and support personnel.