Supply Budgets Are a Major Component of the Operating Budget

question 18

Multiple Choice

Supply budgets are a major component of the operating budget. Items such as office supplies, intravenous solutions, instruments, linen, gloves, and other personal protective equipment are examples of _____ costs.

• A) fixed
• B) flexible
• C) variable
• D) resource

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Definitions:

Treated

Subjected to a specific process or course of action, typically to achieve a certain effect or outcome.

Owns

To own means to have legal right or title to an object, property, or asset, granting the holder exclusive rights to the use, enjoyment, and disposition of that asset.

Accepted

Acknowledged or agreed upon; an offer or proposal that has been received and approved.

Reasonable Amount

A quantity or level of something (such as time, cost, or size) that is considered fair, proper, and appropriate under typical circumstances.