What Is Considered the Largest Store Operating Expense

question 57

Multiple Choice

What is considered the largest store operating expense?

• A)inaccurate records
• B)shoplifting
• C)employees
• D)utilities
• E)rent

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Definitions:

Equilibrium Level

Refers to the state in a market where supply equals demand, leading to a stable price for a product or service.

Substitute Good

A product or service that can be used in place of another to satisfy similar needs or desires.

Equilibrium Price

The price at which the quantity of a product offered by sellers equals the quantity of the product that buyers are willing to purchase, without any surplus or shortage in the market.

Equilibrium Quantity

The amount of products or services that are both provided and sought after at the balance price, where the supply meets the demand.