Which of the Following Is Not a Reason for Economies

question 83

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a reason for economies of scale?

• A)Division of labor helps in specialization
• B)Merger of two firms
• C)Hiring larger machines which are more efficient than the smaller ones
• D)Increase in overhead expenses
• E)Research and development

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Definitions:

Tidal Volume

The volume of air moved into or out of the lungs during a normal breath.

Inspiratory Reserve Volume

The additional air that can be forcibly inhaled after the inspiration of a normal tidal volume, reflecting lung capacity.

Expiratory Reserve Volume

The additional amount of air that can be forcibly exhaled after the completion of a normal, quiet expiration.

Single Breath

A process of inhaling once then exhaling, often used in respiratory testing to assess lung function and capacity.