An Isocost Line Shows

question 182

Multiple Choice

An isocost line shows

• A)combinations of two inputs that result in the same total cost for a firm.
• B)combinations of two inputs that result in the same total output for a firm.
• C)combinations of the two inputs that result in the same profit for a firm.
• D)the different levels of total cost that result from various combinations of two inputs.

---

Definitions:

Variable Overhead

Costs that vary in direct proportion to changes in a firm's level of activity, such as utilities or raw materials.

Spending Variance

The difference between the actual amount spent in producing a certain number of units and the budgeted or standard amount expected to be spent.

Variable Overhead

The portion of overhead costs that varies directly with production volume, such as raw materials and labor hours.

Spending Variance

The difference between the actual amount spent and the budgeted amount for a cost or expense over a particular period.