When Fixed Costs Are Ignored Because They Are Irrelevant to a Business's

question 142

Multiple Choice

When fixed costs are ignored because they are irrelevant to a business's production decision, they are called

• A)explicit costs.
• B)implicit costs.
• C)sunk costs.
• D)opportunity costs.

Identify and classify the various types of financial statements and reports used by not-for-profit entities.

Recognize the process and criteria for accounting for non-cash contributions and donated services in not-for-profit entities.

Analyze the accounting implications of third-party payor arrangements in health care entities.

Understand the applicable accounting standards and updates relevant to not-for-profit entities, like the FASB issues.

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Definitions:

Supply Curve

A graphical representation showing the relationship between the price of a good and the quantity of the good that suppliers are willing and able to sell.

Budget Proportion

Budget proportion refers to the allocation or division of an individual's or entity's budget among various expenses or categories.

Price Elasticity

An indicator of how sensitive the demand or supply for a product or service is to variations in its cost.

Time Available

The amount of time one has free for activities beyond commitments like work or sleep; may refer to leisure or additional productive time.