Which of the Following Statements Regarding a Firm's Long-Run Average

question 187

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding a firm's long-run average total cost (LRATC) curve and its short-run average total cost (SRATC) curve is true?

• A)The shape of the LRATC is affected by the law of diminishing returns.
• B)The SRATC, but not the LRATC, can be used by a firm's managers for planning.
• C)The LRATC shows the lowest cost at which a firm is able to produce a given level of output when no inputs are fixed.
• D)The contribution of average fixed cost to LRATC is greater than its contribution to SRATC.

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Definitions:

Raw Material

Basic materials used in the production process of goods, often processed in intermediate steps before fabrication of the final product.

Fixed Overhead

Charges that keep the same level despite the degree of manufacturing or sales activities, including space rental, worker wages, and protection plans.

Predetermined Overhead Rate

An estimated overhead cost rate used in cost accounting to allocate overhead expenses to products or job orders.

Direct Labor Costs

Compensation and perks given to workers directly engaged in creating products or services.