The Cost Formula That Expresses the Behavior of Yang's Total

question 65

Multiple Choice

The cost formula that expresses the behavior of Yang's total cost is:

• A)Y = $0 + $17X.
• B)Y = $20,000 + $13X.
• C)Y = $40,000 + $9X.
• D)Y = $45,000 + $4X.
• E)Y = $60,000 + $5X.

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