Narrative 5-1 The Following Question(s)refer to the This Equation Analyzing the Relationship

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Multiple Choice

Narrative 5-1
The following question(s) refer to the this equation analyzing the relationship of total cost to changes in machine hours.The following relationship was determined:
TC = $2,200 + $3X
Refer to Narrative 5-1.The above equation was probably found through the use of which of the following mathematical techniques?

• A)Linear programming
• B)Multiple regression analysis
• C)Simple Regression analysis
• D)Dynamic programming

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