In the Following Figure, the First Panel Shows a Market

question 1

Multiple Choice

In the following figure, the first panel shows a market situation prior to regulation and the second panel shows the effects of regulation. Figure 12.2 In the figure,
D: Demand curve for automobiles
S₁: Supply curve of automobiles prior to regulation
S₂: Supply curve of automobiles after regulation
FG: Clean up cost per unit
Refer to Figure 12.2.The regulation will benefit the society if:

• A)area BAJ > area 0FIQ₂.
• B)area AECJ > area IGQ₁Q₂.
• C)area IGQ₁Q₂ > area AECJ.
• D)area BAJ > BAC.
• E)area 0FIQ₂ > area BAJ.

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Definitions:

Contribution Margin

The revenue remaining after deducting variable costs, which contributes to covering fixed costs and generating profit.

Direct Manufacturing Cost

Expenses directly associated with the production of goods, including direct materials and direct labor costs.

Indirect Manufacturing Cost

Costs related to production that are not directly tied to a specific product, such as maintenance, supervision, and utilities.

Incremental Manufacturing Cost

The additional cost incurred for the manufacturing of one more unit of a product.