The Textbook States That Slavery Is an Inefficient Means of Getting

question 63

Multiple Choice

The textbook states that slavery is an inefficient means of getting work done.What is the rationale behind this claim?

• A) Slave owners lack organization skills.
• B) Fear of punishment is not a good motivator.
• C) Most slaves are not well educated or highly trained.
• D) Competition between slaves for positive attention distracts them.

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Definitions:

Direct Materials

Raw materials that are directly traceable to the manufacturing of a product and constitute a significant portion of the product's cost.

Direct Materials Quantity Variance

A measure of the difference between the actual quantity of materials used in production and the expected amount, indicating efficiency in material usage.

Direct Materials

Raw materials that are directly incorporated into a finished product and can be easily traced to it.

Rate Variance

Refers to the difference between an actual rate and a standard or expected rate, often used in budgeting and financial analysis to understand variances in performance.