Representing Another Author's Ideas or Statements as Your Own Is

question 43

Multiple Choice

Representing another author's ideas or statements as your own is

• A) unethical and unprofessional.
• B) called plagiarism.
• C) avoidable by giving credit to the author and paraphrasing.
• D) all of the above

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Definitions:

Fixed Expenses

Costs that do not change with the level of output or sales and remain constant over a period, such as rent or salaries.

Discontinuing Product

The process of ceasing the manufacture, sale, and support of a product line or brand.

Drag on Profits

Factors or expenses that reduce the overall profitability of a business.

Split-off Point

The stage in a manufacturing process where multiple products are derived from a single raw material or process, making the costs attributable to each product identifiable.