Both Nerves and Hormones Serve in Biological Communication

question 73

Multiple Choice

Both nerves and hormones serve in biological communication.

• A) Generally, nerves serve where speed is vital, hormones act slower but have longer-term effects
• B) Both are equally speedy but hormones last longer
• C) Nerve responses are more reliable than chemical and are used for the more important functions
• D) Primitive animals use hormones, advanced ones use nerves
• E) None of the choices are correct

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Direct Materials

Raw materials that can be directly traced to the production of specific goods or services.

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The difference between the actual costs of production and the standard or expected costs, indicating efficiency or inefficiency in the manufacturing process.

Direct Materials Cost Variance

The difference between the actual cost of direct materials used in production and the standard cost expected to be used.

Direct Labor Cost Variance

The difference between the budgeted cost of direct labor and the actual cost incurred.