Solve the Problem. -X Represents the Number of Cassette Tapes Sold at $10.00

question 337

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-x represents the number of cassette tapes sold at $10.00 per tape, and y represents the total cost of thecassette tapes. After writing an equation for this situation, what is the total cost of 4 cassettes?

• A)$40
• B)$80
• C)$20.00
• D)$2.50

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Definitions:

Variable Expenses

Expenses that change in proportion to the amount of goods produced, including materials and wages directly associated with manufacturing.

Break-Even Analysis

A financial calculation that determines the point at which total revenues equal total costs, indicating no profit or loss.

Variable Expenses

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

Unit Fixed Expenses

These are expenses that do not change with the level of production or sales within a certain range and are calculated per unit of product.