Which of the Following Items Is Usually NOT Important to Special

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which of the following items is usually NOT important to special order decisions?

• A) affect of special order on regular business
• B) whether idle capacity is available
• C) total fixed costs
• D) increase in variable costs per unit due to special order

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Definitions:

Mistake Of Fact

An error made regarding a fact that is material to a contract, which can affect the validity of the contract if the mistaken belief was a basis for its formation.

Peerless Case

The Peerless case, formally known as Raffles v Wichelhaus, is a leading English contract law case that established the doctrine of mutual mistake when both parties of a contract are mistaken about an essential term of the contract.

Scienter Misrepresentation

A false representation made knowingly, without belief in its truth, or recklessly without caring whether it is true or false.

Unilateral Mistake

An error made by one party during the formation of a contract that may affect the enforceability or terms of the agreement.