An Increase in the Price of a Nonlabor Input Such

question 1

Multiple Choice

An increase in the price of a nonlabor input such as oil will cause

• A) a movement down the SRAS curve.
• B) a movement up the SRAS curve.
• C) a leftward shift in the SRAS curve.
• D) a rightward shift in the SRAS curve.
• E) no change regarding the SRAS curve.

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Definitions:

Ending Inventory

The value of goods available for sale at the end of an accounting period, calculated as the sum of beginning inventory plus purchases minus cost of goods sold.

Overstatement

An error in financial reporting where the value of assets, revenues, or profits is recorded higher than the actual figures.

Inventory Purchases

Refers to the acquisition of goods and materials a company intends to sell or use in production, forming part of its inventory.

Cost of Goods Sold

The direct expenses linked to the creation of products sold by a business.