The Ability of Peat Mosses to Absorb Water and Their

question 18

Multiple Choice

The ability of peat mosses to absorb water and their antiseptic qualities led to their use as ________ by early people.

• A) bandages
• B) cloth
• C) packing for shipping
• D) food
• E) All of the above were early uses of peat mosses.

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Definitions:

Break-Even Model

A financial calculation to determine the point at which revenue equals expenses, resulting in neither profit nor loss.

Variable Cost

Expenses that change in proportion to the activity of a business.

Fixed Costs

Expenses that do not change with the level of production or sales, such as rent, salaries, and insurance.

Raw Material Costs

The expense associated with the basic materials required in the production of goods.