Economic Models

question 91

Multiple Choice

Economic models

• A)are people who act out the behavior of firms and households so that economists can study this behavior.
• B)are usually detailed replications of reality.
• C)incorporate simplifying assumptions that often contradict reality,but also help economists better understand reality.
• D)are useful to researchers but not to teachers because economic models omit many details of the real-world economy.

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Definitions:

Period Cost

Expenses that are not tied to the production process and are therefore expensed in the period they are incurred, such as selling and administrative expenses.

Direct Material

Raw materials that can be directly traced to the manufacturing of a product and are significant in cost.

Manufacturing Overhead

Consists of all indirect costs associated with the production process, including utilities, depreciation on equipment, and salaries of maintenance staff.

Manufacturing Overhead

All indirect costs associated with the manufacturing process, including expenses related to operating the manufacturing facilities.