Simplify the Expression $\left( \frac { 5 } { x } \right) ^ { 2 }$

question 564

Multiple Choice

Simplify the expression. Assume all variables represent nonzero real numbers.
- $\left( \frac { 5 } { x } \right) ^ { 2 }$

• A) \(\frac { 5 } { x ^ { 2 } }\)
• B) \(\frac { 25 } { x }\)
• C) \(25 x ^ { 2 }\)
• D) \(\frac { 25 } { x ^ { 2 } }\)

Calculate spending variances for different categories of costs.

Apply flexible budget formulas to determine expected costs based on planned activity levels.

Interpret the impact of activity level changes on budgeted costs.

Analyze the differences between actual and budgeted costs.

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