The Production Function Is F (L, M) = 4

question 24

Multiple Choice

The production function is f (L, M) = 4 , where L is the number of units of labor and M is the number of machines used. If the cost of labor is $36 per unit and the cost of machines is $4 per unit, then the total cost of producing 6 units of output will be

• A) $72.
• B) $36.
• C) $120.
• D) $24.
• E) None of the above.

Understand the concepts of unit contribution margin and contribution margin ratio and their significance to a company's cost structure.

Describe the components and purpose of a Cost-Volume-Profit (CVP) chart.

Define the break-even point and its importance in business decision-making.

Conduct a cost-volume-profit analysis for multi-product companies with known sales mixes.

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