Which of the Following Is NOT a Part of a Firm's

question 40

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a part of a firm's immediate external environment?

• A) Technological development
• B) Competitors
• C) Suppliers
• D) Government agencies

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Definitions:

Fixed Costs

Costs that remain constant regardless of the amount of goods produced or sold, including expenses like rent, wages, and insurance.

Budgeted Costs

Estimated expenses for a future period, which are prepared for planning and control purposes.

Variable Manufacturing

Costs that vary directly with the level of production output, including direct materials, direct labor, and variable manufacturing overhead.

Fixed Manufacturing

Expenses that do not vary with the level of production or sales, such as rent, salaries, and equipment depreciation.