Which of the Following Is an Implicit Environmental Cost

question 72

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an implicit environmental cost?

• A)direct costs of modifying technology and processes
• B)costs of cleanup and disposal
• C)fines levied by government agencies
• D)costs of legal counsel and administration

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Definitions:

Net Operating Income

The income from a company's primary business operations, excluding deductions of interest and taxes.

Fixed Expenses

Costs that do not change with the level of production or sales over a short period of time, such as rent or salaries.

Break-Even Point

The level of production or volume of sales at which total costs and total revenue are equal, resulting in no net loss or gain.

Variable Expenses

Variable expenses fluctuate with business activity levels, such as materials and labor costs, which increase as production increases.