In the Diagram, S Represents the Position of a Power

question 31

Multiple Choice

In the diagram, S represents the position of a power relay station located on a straight coast, and E shows the location of a marine biology experimental station on an island. A cable is to be laid connecting the relay station with the experimental station. If the cost of running the cable on land is $2.50/running foot and the cost of running the cable under water is $6.50/running foot, locate the point P that will result in a minimum cost (solve for x) .

• A) ft
• B) ft
• C) ft
• D) ft
• E) ft

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Definitions:

Weighted-Average Method

An accounting method used in inventory valuation or cost accounting that averages the costs of all goods available for sale based on their weights.

FIFO Method

Accounting approach where the first goods purchased or produced are the first ones removed from inventory and reported as cost of goods sold.

Cost Reconciliation

The process of checking and ensuring that the accounting records regarding costs correspond with the actual expenses incurred.

Units Transferred

The quantity of items moved from one stage of production to another, or from the production department to finished goods inventory.