A Step Variable-Cost Function ________

question 172

Multiple Choice

A step variable-cost function ________.

• A) is fixed over the long run but not over the short run
• B) is often approximated with a continuous variable-cost function
• C) remains the same over a wide range of activity
• D) example includes adding additional warehouse space

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