When Someone Reads a Research Paper About Computers and Runs

question 85

Multiple Choice

When someone reads a research paper about computers and runs across the term, bit, to what is the paper referring?

• A)one portion of computer memory that uses 8-digital discrete electronic states to represent a character
• B)a digit that represents the electronic state called "off"
• C)the smallest unit of data a computer can process
• D)the most informative electronic element that represents data in a computer

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Definitions:

Fixed Manufacturing Overhead

Represents the indirect costs associated with manufacturing that do not vary with the level of production, such as factory rent, salaries of factory supervisors, and depreciation of factory equipment.

Machine-Hours

A unit of measure representing the operating time of machines used in the production of goods.

Predetermined Overhead Rate

A rate calculated before a period begins, used to allocate manufacturing overhead costs to products based on a specific activity base.

Manufacturing Overhead

Indirect costs related to manufacturing, such as utilities, maintenance, and salaries for managers, not directly involved in production.