An Increase in Fixed Cost Will, in the Short Run

question 78

Multiple Choice

An increase in fixed cost will, in the short run, alter the industry's output of

• A)both a monopolist and a competitive industry.
• B)only a monopolist.
• C)only a competitive industry.
• D)neither a monopolist nor a competitive industry.

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Definitions:

Process Costing

A method of cost accounting used for homogeneous products, where costs are averaged over the units to compute a cost per unit, typically used in industries like chemicals or food processing.

Weighted-Average Method

is a cost accounting method where costs of goods sold and inventory are determined based on the weighted average of all units available for sale.

Conversion Costs

Costs incurred to convert raw materials into finished products, typically including direct labor and manufacturing overhead.

Process Costing

A costing method used in manufacturing where the costs are assigned to batches or job orders and averaged over the units produced, typically used in industries producing homogeneous products.