Which One of the Following Is NOT Included in Operating

question 45

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following is NOT included in operating income?

• A) sales
• B) depreciation
• C) interest expense
• D) cost of goods sold
• E) other operating expenses

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Definitions:

Positive Correlation

A relationship between two variables in which both variables move in the same direction, meaning as one variable increases, so does the other, and vice versa.

External Validity

The extent to which the findings of a study can be generalized or applied to settings, populations, and times beyond the scope of the study itself.

Correlational Research

A type of research methodology that examines the relationship between two or more variables to determine if they are connected or correlated in some way.

Correlation Coefficients

A statistical measure that indicates the extent to which two variables fluctuate together. A value closer to 1 or -1 indicates a stronger relationship.