Which of the Following Is Not Noted as a Group

question 82

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not noted as a group that may benefit from taking a multivitamin-mineral supplement under guidance of a physician or dietitian?

• A) A person following a low-energy diet for weight loss
• B) A person with a digestive tract disease that leads to pool intake or absorption
• C) An alcoholic
• D) A person who follows a vegan diet
• E) A person approaching age 65

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Definitions:

Diseconomies of Scale

Occur when a company or business grows so large that the costs per unit increase, leading to decreased efficiency.

Economies of Scale

The cost advantage that arises with increased output of a product due to spreading fixed costs over more units of production.

Minimum Efficient Scale

The smallest level of production a firm can achieve while still taking full advantage of economies of scale regarding costs per unit.

Economies of Scale

The cost advantages that enterprises obtain due to their scale of operation, leading to a reduction in average costs with increased output.