The Use of Amphetamine Compounds in Weight Loss Programs Was

question 31

Multiple Choice

The use of amphetamine compounds in weight loss programs was found to

• A) be about as effective as simple diet and exercise over time.
• B) be more effective than diet and exercise in 90 percent of the research studies cited by your text.
• C) result in permanent loss of weight by the patient, even after s/he stopped taking the medication.
• D) require that the patients continue to take the medication for the rest of their lives to prevent dietary "rebound" weight gain.

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Pretax Income

Income earned by a company before taxes have been deducted.

Variable Costs

Expenses that vary directly with the level of production or sales volume, such as raw materials and sales commissions.

Fixed Costs

Financial obligations such as rent, salaries, and insurance that do not fluctuate with changes in production or sales levels.

Contribution Margin

The amount remaining from sales revenue after variable costs have been deducted, used to cover fixed costs and generate profit.