Complete the Following Using These Terms

question 146

Multiple Choice

Complete the following using these terms.
-The ability to perceive future marketplace needs and what an organization can do to satisfy them is referred to as _____.

• A)outsourcing
• B)Diversity
• C)entrepreneur
• D)Competitive differentiation
• E)strategic alliance
• F)Capital
• G)vision
• H)factors of production
• I)brand
• J)Relationship management
• K)Not-for-profit organizations
• L)Business ethics

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Definitions:

Efficiency Variances

The differences between the actual inputs used in production and the standard inputs, reflecting production efficiency.

Skill Levels

Skill levels refer to the degrees of competence or expertise in specific areas or tasks, often influencing job responsibilities and wage rates.

Direct Materials Price Variance

The difference between the actual cost of direct materials purchased and the expected (or standard) cost, impacting the overall cost of goods sold.

Direct Materials Quantity Variance

The difference between the actual quantity of materials used in production and the standard amount expected to be used, multiplied by the standard cost of those materials.