Both Jill and John Own Toothpick Factories

question 51

Multiple Choice

Both Jill and John own toothpick factories.Jill's factory has low fixed costs and high variable costs.John's factory has high fixed costs and low variable costs.Currently each factory is producing 1,000 boxes of toothpicks at the same total cost.Complete the following statement with the correct answer.If each produces

• A)more,their costs will be equal.
• B)less,their costs will be equal.
• C)less,the costs of Jill's factory will exceed those of John's factory.
• D)more,the costs of Jill's factory will exceed those of John's factory.

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Definitions:

Frontal

Pertaining to the front part of the brain, involved in decision making, problem solving, and controlling behavior.

Autonomic Nervous System

Part of the peripheral nervous system that controls involuntary body functions, such as heart rate, digestion, and respiratory rate.

Sympathetic

Relates to the part of the autonomic nervous system that prepares the body for intense physical activity and is often referred to as the fight-or-flight response.

Parasympathetic

Part of the autonomic nervous system responsible for relaxing the body and conserving energy.