Joe Observes That a Car in 1925 Sold for an Average

question 35

Essay

Joe observes that a car in 1925 sold for an average of $500 versus $20,000 for a 2005 model. He concludes that 2005 cars must be 40 times better than 1925 cars. What's wrong with this way of thinking?

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Definitions:

Variable Cost

Expenses that vary directly with the level of production or sales volume, such as raw materials and direct labor costs.

Fixed Cost

Costs that do not vary with the volume of production or sales, such as rent, salaries, and insurance premiums.

Variable Cost

Costs that change in proportion to the level of production or business activity.

Fixed Cost

Costs that do not change with the level of production or business activity, such as rent, salaries, and insurance.