Which of the Following Is a Characteristic of Directed Observations

question 67

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a characteristic of directed observations of crime?

• A) has a fairly specific research or policy purpose
• B) focuses on a relatively small sample
• C) the expected incidents made observation an appropriate way to measure crime
• D) all of the above

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Definitions:

Variable Expenses

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

Fixed Expenses

Costs that do not vary with changes in production volume or sales, such as rent, salaries, and insurance.

Profit

The financial gain realized when the revenue generated from a business activity exceeds the costs, expenses, and taxes needed to sustain the activity.

Contribution Margin Ratio

A financial metric that shows the percentage of sales revenue that remains after variable costs are subtracted.