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

question 36

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 dependent variable is which of the following?

• A)TC
• B)$2,200
• C)$3
• D)X

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Definitions:

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