When a Message Is Ambiguous, the Receiver's ________ Will Be

question 128

Multiple Choice

When a message is ambiguous, the receiver's ________ will be MOST LIKELY to affect interpretation of the message.

• A) education
• B) biases
• C) experience
• D) knowledge

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Definitions:

Opportunity Cost

The loss of potential gain from other alternatives when a particular alternative is chosen.

Variable Manufacturing Costs

Costs in manufacturing that vary with the level of production output, including direct labor, materials, and utilities.

Direct Labor

The labor costs directly associated with the manufacture of products, typically wages for workers who physically produce the goods.

Net Present Value

The difference between the present value of cash inflows and outflows over a period of time, used in capital budgeting to assess the profitability of an investment.