According to Mercantilist Theory, the Prosperity of a Nation Depended

question 38

Multiple Choice

According to mercantilist theory, the prosperity of a nation depended on a plentiful supply of

• A)slaves.
• B)colonies.
• C)agricultural surplus.
• D)bullion.
• E)aristocrats.

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Definitions:

Break-even Sales

The amount of revenue needed to cover all fixed and variable costs, resulting in no profit or loss.

Variable Cost

Costs that change in proportion to the level of production or sales activity, such as raw materials and direct labor costs.

Fixed Costs

Fixed overheads that stay the same no matter how much is produced or sold, including rental fees or staff salaries.

Margin of Safety

The difference between actual or projected sales and the break-even point, indicating the amount by which sales can drop before a business incurs a loss.