Solve the Problem $\sum _ { \mathrm { i } = 1 } ^ { 4 } \mathrm { a } _ { \mathrm { i } }$

question 113

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-The finite sequence whose general term is an = 0.13n² - 1.09n + 7.03, where n = 1, 2, 3, . . ., 9 models the total operating costs, in millions of dollars, for a company for nine consecutive years. Find $\sum _ { \mathrm { i } = 1 } ^ { 4 } \mathrm { a } _ { \mathrm { i } }$

• A) \(\$ 24.28\) million
• B) \$21.12 million
• C) \(\$ 30.35\) million
• D) \(\$ 25.95\) million

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Definitions:

Administrative Expense

Costs related to the general operation of a company, such as salaries of executive personnel, office supplies, and utilities, not directly related to production or sales.

Cost of Goods Manufactured

The total production cost of goods completed during a specific period, including materials, labor, and overhead.

Finished Goods

Items that have finished the production stage and are available for purchase by buyers.

Work in Process

Inventory in the production process but not yet completed, representing part of a company's current assets.