An Economist Is Interested in Studying the Incomes of Consumers

question 36

Multiple Choice

An economist is interested in studying the incomes of consumers in a particular region.The population standard deviation is known to be $2,000.A random sample of 50 individuals resulted in an average income of $30,000.
-What is the width of the 90% confidence interval?

• A) $930.56
• B) $1,457.20
• C) $465.20
• D) $728.60

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Definitions:

Direct Labor Budget

An estimation of the cost and amount of labor required for production or services, included within a company's overall budget planning.

Wage Rate

The amount of money paid to an employee per unit of time or per unit of output, which can be influenced by several factors including industry, occupation, and geographical location.

Production Budget

A financial plan that estimates the number of units that must be manufactured to meet sales goals and manage inventory levels.

Production Budget

An estimate of the total cost of production, including raw materials, labor, and overhead costs, for a specific period.