A Manufacturer Contemplates a Change in Technology That Would Reduce

question 36

Multiple Choice

A manufacturer contemplates a change in technology that would reduce fixed costs from $800,000 to $600,000, and reduce depreciation expense from $125,000 to $100,000.However, the ratio of variable costs to sales will increase from 68 percent to 80 percent.What will happen to break-even level of revenues?

• A)A reduction to the level of $875,000
• B)A reduction to the level of $2,890,625
• C)An increase to the level of $3,500,000
• D)An increase to the level of $3,625,000 Break even = (600,00 + 100,000)/.2

Identify the function of the thalamus in sensory projection and the control of motor functions.

Describe the structure and significance of the hypothalamic-pituitary connection.

Recognize the relationship between brain structures and specific neurological functions or disorders.

Understand the organizational hierarchy of the brain from the diencephalon to lower structures.

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