A Company Is Studying the Number of Monthly Absences Among

question 64

Multiple Choice

A company is studying the number of monthly absences among its 125 employees. The following probability distribution shows the likelihood that people were absent 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 days last month. What is the mean number of days absent?

• A)1.00
• B)0.40
• C)0.72
• D)2.5

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Definitions:

Accounting Break-even

The point at which a company's revenues exactly cover its expenses, leading to a net income of zero.

Variable Costs

Costs that vary directly with the level of production or sales volume, such as raw materials and hourly labor.

Proposed Project

A plan or proposal for a course of action, especially in a business or scientific context.

Fixed Costs

Costs that do not fluctuate with changes in production volume or sales, such as rent, salaries, and insurance.