When Deciding Whether to Discontinue a Segment of a Business

question 117

Multiple Choice

When deciding whether to discontinue a segment of a business, managers should focus on:

• A) The amount of operating income per unit produced by the segment.
• B) The amount of contribution margin per direct labor hour in the segment.
• C) How corporate-level administrative costs would be redistributed if the segment were eliminated.
• D) The cost of equipment from the segment that could go idle if the segment were discontinued.
• E) The total contribution margin generated by the segment relative to any traceable (avoidable) fixed costs associated with the segment.

Recognize the role of feminist theory in understanding gender and sexual behavior.

Understand the significance of major findings in sexual behavior research.

Comprehend the impact of societal and cultural views on the perception and treatment of different sexual orientations.

Recognize biases, values, and the role of major health organizations in addressing sexual orientation and behavior.

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Definitions:

Hospice Care

Specialized care designed to provide support to individuals in the final phase of a terminal illness, focusing on comfort and quality of life.

Life Expectancy

The average period that a person is expected to live, based on statistical analysis of the current mortality rates.

Hasten Death

Actions or interventions designed to accelerate the end of life, often discussed in the context of terminal illness and euthanasia.

Hospital Setting

The healthcare environment found in hospitals where patients receive diagnosis, treatment, and care.