The Manager of Paul's Fruit and Vegetable Store Is Considering

question 95

Multiple Choice

The manager of Paul's fruit and vegetable store is considering the purchase of a new seedless watermelon from a wholesale distributor. Since this seedless watermelon costs $4, will sell for $7, and is highly perishable, he only expects to sell between six and nine of them. What is the opportunity loss for purchasing six watermelons when the demand is for eight watermelons?

• A) 0
• B) 3
• C) 4
• D) 6

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Definitions:

Long-Term Investments

Investments held by a company that are intended to be kept for more than one year, such as stocks, bonds, or real estate, potentially generating income or appreciating in value.

Bond Discounts

The difference between the face value of a bond and its selling price when the bond is sold for less than its face value.

Interest Income

The income earned by an entity from its investments in interest-bearing financial instruments, such as bonds or savings accounts.

Interest Receipt

The amount of interest income received by an investor or lender from investments, loans, or savings.