An Example of a Variable Cost for a Cell Phone

question 68

Multiple Choice

An example of a variable cost for a cell phone manufacturer is

• A)units sold.
• B)units produced.
• C)minutes talked.
• D)touch screens used in production.

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Definitions:

Aerobic Respiration

Aerobic respiration is a metabolic process in which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy, carbon dioxide, and water.

Carbon Dioxide

Carbon dioxide is a colorless, odorless gas produced by burning carbon and organic compounds and by respiration, absorbed by plants in photosynthesis.

Pyruvate

A key intermediate in several metabolic pathways throughout the cell, particularly in glycolysis, where it can be converted into acetyl-CoA or lactate.

Cellular Respiration

The metabolic process in which cells convert nutrients into energy (ATP) and release waste products, primarily involving oxygen.