An Unfavorable Sales Volume Variance in Operating Income Suggests A(n)________

question 195

Multiple Choice

An unfavorable sales volume variance in operating income suggests a(n) ________.

• A) increase in number of actual units sold when compared to the expected number of units sold
• B) decrease in number of actual units sold when compared to the expected number of units sold
• C) increase in variable cost per unit
• D) decrease in fixed costs

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Definitions:

Demand

The amount of a product or service that buyers are ready and capable of buying at different price levels over a specific time.

Supply

The aggregate supply of a service or good ready for consumer purchase.

Demand Curve

A graph showing the relationship between the price of a good and the quantity of the good that consumers are willing and able to purchase at various prices.

Supply Curve

A graph showing the relationship between the quantity of a good that producers are willing to sell and the price of the good.