When Energy Productivity Is Measured by the Number of Outputs

question 24

Multiple Choice

When energy productivity is measured by the number of outputs produced divided by the dollars spent on energy used to generate this amount of output,this is a measure of

• A)total factor productivity.
• B)TQM.
• C)partial productivity ratio.
• D)ISO 9000.
• E)None of these.

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Definitions:

Producer Surplus

The difference between what producers are willing to accept for a good versus what they actually receive, often due to market prices being higher.

Substitutes

Goods or services that can be used in place of each other, allowing consumers to switch if there is a change in price or availability.

Producer Surplus

The difference between the amount that producers are willing and able to sell a good for and the actual amount they receive due to market dynamics.

Equilibrium Price

The price at which the quantity of goods demanded by consumers equals the quantity of goods supplied, resulting in market balance.