Suppose That Inherited Characteristics of an Individual Allow It to Survive

question 30

Multiple Choice

Suppose that inherited characteristics of an individual allow it to survive longer and reproduce more than others without those characteristics. What do these individuals have?

• A)These individuals have enhanced fitness: they are better adapted to their environment.
• B)These individuals have reduced fitness: they are less adapted to their environment.
• C)These individuals have enhanced genetics: they are better adapted to their environment.
• D)These individuals have reduced genetics: they are less adapted to their environment.

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Definitions:

Contribution Margin

The amount by which sales income exceeds variable expenses, which is utilized to pay off fixed expenses and create profit.

Variable Costs

Expenses that vary in direct proportion to changes in production or sales volume, such as raw materials and direct labor costs.

Sales

Revenue generated from goods or services exchanged by an entity during its normal business operations.

Break-even Analysis

An assessment to determine the sales volume at which total revenues equal total costs, indicating no net loss or gain.