If the Volume of Production Is Increased Over the Level

question 58

Multiple Choice

If the volume of production is increased over the level planned, the cost per unit would be expected to:

• A)Decrease for fixed costs and remain unchanged for variable costs.
• B)Remain unchanged for fixed costs and increase for variable costs.
• C)Decrease for fixed costs and increase for variable costs.
• D)Increase for fixed costs and increase for variable costs.

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