Select the Best Response to the Question

question 17

Multiple Choice

Select the best response to the question. Which of the following is characteristic of a virus?

• A) Has both beneficial and harmful forms.
• B) Does not contain a nucleus.
• C) Uses the host cell's reproductive system.
• D) Cannot exist outside of a living host.

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Definitions:

Operating Cycle

The amount of time it takes for a company to purchase inventory, sell it, and convert the sale back into cash.

Average Payment Period

The average time it takes a company to pay off its accounts payable.

Inventory Turnover

A ratio showing how many times a company's inventory is sold and replaced over a specific period, indicating the efficiency of inventory management.

Average Sales Period

The average amount of time it takes for a company to sell its inventory, which can reflect its inventory management efficiency.