An Increase in the Price of a Product Will Reduce

question 304

Multiple Choice

An increase in the price of a product will reduce the amount of it purchased because

• A) the higher price will signal to consumers that the good is of low quality.
• B) the higher price means that real incomes have risen.
• C) consumers will substitute other products for the one whose price has risen.
• D) consumers substitute relatively high-priced for relatively low-priced products.

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Definitions:

Total Manufacturing Costs

The complete sum of all expenses directly involved in the production of a product, including direct materials, direct labor, and manufacturing overhead.

Markup

Markup refers to the difference between the selling price of a good or service and its cost, expressed as a percentage over the cost. It is used to cover expenses and generate profit.

Accumulated Depreciation

The total amount of a tangible fixed asset's cost that has been allocated as depreciation expense since the asset was put into use.

Differential Profit

The difference in profit between two business choices, helping in decision-making by highlighting the financial impact of each option.