Erkkila Inc

question 131

Multiple Choice

Erkkila Inc. reports that at an activity level of 6,400 machine-hours in a month, its total variable inspection cost is $423,680 and its total fixed inspection cost is $154,368. What would be the total variable inspection cost at an activity level of 6,700 machine-hours in a month? Assume that this level of activity is within the relevant range.

• A)$423,680
• B)$443,540
• C)$161,604
• D)$578,048

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Definitions:

Fixed-Coefficient Technology

A production process where input ratios are constant and cannot be substituted for one another in the production process.

Demand Function

A mathematical relationship that describes how the quantity demanded of a good or service varies with changes in its price, and possibly other factors.

Horizontal Labor Supply Curve

A graphical representation suggesting that a worker's willingness to work does not change regardless of wage increases over a certain range.

Monopolist

A single seller in a market who has significant control over the price and supply of a product or service.