Which of the Following Factors Contributes to the Short-Term Costs

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of the following factors contributes to the short-term costs of engaging contingent workers?

• A)Fair Labor Standards Act minimum wage provision
• B)downtime while employees are participating in training
• C)Fair Labor Standards Act overtime pay provision
• D)employee benefits costs

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Definitions:

Cost Behavior

Refers to the way different types of production costs change when there is a change in the level of production.

Special Order

A one-time order not considered part of the company's normal ongoing operations, often requiring special pricing and production considerations.

Variable Costs

Expenses that fluctuate directly with changes in production volume, such as raw materials and direct labor.

Capacity

The maximum level of output that a company can sustain to make a product or provide a service under normal conditions.