Which of the Following Is NOT Associated with a Grouping

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT associated with a grouping of firms in a particular location?

• A)It is referred to as clustering.
• B)It often occurs when there is a concentration of critical resources in a particular region.
• C)Firms are located where there is a large talent pool of scientists and engineers.
• D)It contributes to the notion of sustainability.

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Definitions:

Contribution Margin

The amount remaining from sales revenue after variable expenses have been deducted; a measure of profitability.

Total Cost of Goods Sold

The sum of all costs directly involved in producing or purchasing products sold by a company during a given period.

High-low Method

A technique used to estimate fixed and variable components of costs by analyzing the highest and lowest levels of activity.

Utilities Cost

The expenses incurred for utilities consumed by a business, such as electricity, water, and gas.