Of the 10 Fastest-Growing Occupations in Percentage Terms,it Is Estimated

question 131

Multiple Choice

Of the 10 fastest-growing occupations in percentage terms,it is estimated for 2008-2018 that the top seven will be related to:

• A) energy and mining.
• B) banking and finance.
• C) health and computers.
• D) government.

Apply the concept of minimum efficient scale in the context of firm size and cost management.

Identify the factors contributing to economies of scale and how they affect firm production and costs.

Analyze the operational and managerial challenges leading to diseconomies of scale.

Explain the significance of technological advancements on production costs.

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