Factor Price Equalization Theory, States That When Factors Are Allowed

question 64

True/False

Factor price equalization theory, states that when factors are allowed to move freely among trading nations, efficiency increases, which leads to equality of factor prices among these countries.

Grasp the differences between various costing methods (absorption, variable) and their impact on financial reporting.

Understand the principles under GAAP regarding inventory costing and the treatment of cost elements.

Understand the definition and implication of variable and fixed costs in the context of production.

Grasp the principles of GAAP related to inventory valuation and cost flow assumption.

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Definitions:

Mixed Cost

Expenses that have both a fixed and variable component, changing with the level of activity.

Variable Cost

Costs that vary directly with the level of production or with the volume of output.

Fixed Cost

Expenses that do not change with the level of production or sales volume, such as rent, salaries, and insurance premiums.

Contribution Margin Technique

A method used to evaluate how sales affect net income or profits, calculated as sales revenue minus variable costs.