The Threat of Terrorism More Often ________ the Cost of Operating

question 237

Multiple Choice

The threat of terrorism more often ________ the cost of operating a business.

• A) increases
• B) decreases
• C) stabilizes
• D) destabilizes

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Definitions:

Manufacturing Overhead

All the manufacturing costs except raw material and direct labor.

Manufacturing Overhead

All indirect costs associated with the production process, such as utilities, depreciation, and salaries for production supervisors.

Direct Labor

The wages of those persons whose efforts directly affect the quality or other characteristics of the products manufactured.

Raw Materials

Basic materials used in the manufacturing process to produce finished goods, not yet processed or used in production.