The Below Figure Shows the Various Combinations of the Goods

question 6

Multiple Choice

The below figure shows the various combinations of the goods X and Y that yield different levels of utility.Figure 7.3

-Assume that one laborer produces 6 units of output, two laborers produce 14 units, three laborers 22 units, four laborers 24 units, and five laborers 25 units. Diminishing returns set in when the firm hires:

• A)the first laborer.
• B)the second laborer.
• C)the third laborer.
• D)the fourth laborer.
• E)the fifth laborer.

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Definitions:

Total Variable Expenses

The sum of all costs that vary directly with the level of production or sales volume over a specific period.

Degree of Operating Leverage

A financial metric that measures the sensitivity of a company's operating income to its sales volume.

Break-even Point

The level of production or sales at which total revenues equal total expenses, resulting in no net loss or gain.

Contribution Margin

The amount by which sales revenue exceeds variable costs. It contributes to covering fixed costs and generates profit.