Which of the Following Fields of Management Science Finds the Optimal

question 50

Multiple Choice

Which of the following fields of management science finds the optimal method of using resources to achieve the objectives of a business?

• A)Simulation
• B)Regression
• C)Mathematical programming
• D)Discriminant analysis

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Definitions:

Fixed Production Costs

Expenses that do not fluctuate with the level of production output, such as depreciation on factory buildings and salaries of certain managers.

Depreciation

An accounting method of allocating the cost of a tangible asset over its useful life.

Period Cost

Costs that are expensed in the period they are incurred and are not directly tied to production activity.

Indirect Costs

Costs that cannot be directly linked to the production or sale of a specific product or service, such as administration, rent, and utilities.