Economists Speaking Like Scientists Make

question 2

Multiple Choice

Economists speaking like scientists make

• A)normative statements.
• B)prescriptive statements.
• C)claims about how the world is.
• D)claims about how the world should be.

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Definitions:

Direct Cost

Expenses that can be directly tied to the production of specific goods or services, such as raw materials and labor.

Cost Object

An item for which costs are measured and assigned, which can include products, services, projects, or customers.

Volume of Activity

A term referring to the total amount of work or operations completed in a specific period, often used in analyzing business efficiency or productivity.

Just-In-Time Manufacturing

Just-in-time manufacturing is an inventory management strategy where materials are produced or acquired only as needed, reducing waste and improving efficiency.