The Number of Cattle Slaughtered Every Year for Meat Far

question 51

Multiple Choice

The number of cattle slaughtered every year for meat far exceeds the number of elephants slaughtered every year for their ivory. Despite this, cows can be found everywhere while elephants are on the verge of extinction in some countries. Which of the following best explains this difference?

• A) Cows can be privately owned while in many countries elephants can not.
• B) The demand for ivory far exceeds the demand for beef.
• C) Animals slaughtered for their meat are generally better conserved by humans than animals slaughtered for nonfood uses.
• D) People tend to protest more every year to prevent cow extinction than they do for elephant extinction.

Develop cost formulas for mixed costs.

Interpret the cost behavior of different types of costs in response to changes in activity levels.

Understand the concept of relevant range in cost analysis.

Understand the distinction between job-order costing and process costing and the appropriate contexts for their use.

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