Which Is Most Clearly a Variable Cost

question 99

Multiple Choice

Which is most clearly a variable cost?

• A)Rent
• B)Insurance premiums
• C)Salaries of employees under long-term contract
• D)Interest payments
• E)Wages of production workers

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Definitions:

Punishment

The imposition of a penalty or negative consequence following undesirable behavior, aimed at reducing or eliminating that behavior.

Punishment Contrast

A phenomenon whereby a behavior that is suppressed through punishment in one situation increases in another situation in which punishment was not administered.

Suppression

A method or action taken to stop or reduce an undesired behavior or activity, often through the use of negative consequences or removal of positive reinforcement.

Head-banging

A repetitive and rhythmic self-harming behavior often observed in cases of developmental disorders, stress, or frustration.