An Endophyte Absorbing Nutrients and Water from a Live Cacao

question 31

Multiple Choice

An endophyte absorbing nutrients and water from a live cacao leaf is which of the following?

• A) a producer
• B) a heterotroph
• C) a detritovore
• D) a decomposer
• E) an autotroph

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Definitions:

Fixed Cost

Expenses that do not change with the level of output or sales in the short term, such as rent or salaries.

Manufacturing Overhead

Every supplementary cost related to the manufacturing process, apart from direct materials and labor expenses.

Manufacturing Overhead

All indirect costs associated with manufacturing, such as maintenance, utilities, and management salaries, not directly tied to the production of goods.

Prime Cost

The combined direct costs of raw materials and labor that are directly attributable to the production of a product.