Some Producers Are Chatting Over a Beer

question 72

Multiple Choice

Some producers are chatting over a beer. Which one of the following quotations refers to a leftward shift of the supply curve?

• A)"Wage increases have forced us to raise our prices."
• B)"Our new, sophisticated equipment will enable us to undercut our competitors."
• C)"Raw material prices have sky-rocketed; we will have to pass the cost on to our customers."
• D)"We anticipate a big increase in demand. Our product price should rise, so we are planning for an increase in output."
• E)Both A and C

Analyze alternative investment or replacement options for assets.

Calculate optimal production or sales mix under constraints.

Assess special order decisions, including profitability and impact on normal operations.

Evaluate make or buy decisions based on cost analysis and other relevant factors.

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