Several Years Ago,a Bookstore Chain Extended Its Closing Time from 9

question 140

Multiple Choice

Several years ago,a bookstore chain extended its closing time from 9 p.m.to 10 p.m.Now it is considering a further extension to 11 p.m.In making this marginal decision,the results of having gone from 9 p.m.to 10 p.m.are

• A) no longer relevant to the current decision.
• B) relevant if the marginal costs and benefits were unequal.
• C) relevant since they are part of the calculation of total costs and benefits.
• D) relevant if the marginal costs and benefits were equal.

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Definitions:

Listening Effectively

The skill of paying close attention to and comprehending the messages being communicated by others.

Subject Matter

Subject matter pertains to the topic or content that is being discussed, studied, or represented.

Ineffectively

Without producing the desired outcome or failing to achieve the intended effect.

Typical Conversation

A standard or common exchange of words between two or more people in a casual or formal setting.