The Short-Term Outcome of Downsizing Is

question 11

Multiple Choice

The short-term outcome of downsizing is:

• A)reduced debt costs
• B)an emphasis on strategic controls
• C)organisational learning
• D)reduced labour costs

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Definitions:

Variable Costs

Costs that change in proportion to the level of activity or volume of production.

Special Discounted Price

A reduced price offered on goods or services, lower than the standard charge to promote sales.

Variable Selling

Refers to costs that vary directly with the level of sales, such as commissions or shipping fees.

Idle Capacity

The portion of a company's resources, such as labor or machinery, that is not being used to its full potential during the production process.