Which of the Following Is NOT One of the Factors

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT one of the factors that encourage extended operating hours?

• A)Availability of employees to work during "social" hours.
• B)Economic pressure from consumers.
• C)Changes in laws.
• D)Economic incentives to improve the use of assets.
• E)Automated self-service facilities.

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Definitions:

Minimizing Costs

Minimizing costs involves finding the most efficient way to operate that lowers expenses without sacrificing the quality or quantity of output.

Rental Rate

The price paid for the temporary use of a good, service, or property, typically expressed as a fee per time period.

Cost Minimization

The process of reducing expenses to the lowest possible level while still achieving the desired level of output or quality.

Normal Rate Of Return

A rate of return on capital that is just sufficient to keep owners and investors satisfied. For relatively risk-free firms, it should be nearly the same as the interest rate on risk-free government bonds.