Which of the Following Is an Example of Asymmetric Information

question 436

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of asymmetric information?

• A) When someone is applying for a job, the employer checks references to determine the previous work habits of the applicant.
• B) When an employee purchases group life insurance without taking a physical exam, she knows more about her health than does the insurance company.
• C) When someone is considering buying a used car from a dealership, the potential buyer requests documentation of the repair history of the car.
• D) All of the above are correct.

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Definitions:

Fixed Costs

Expenses that do not change with the level of production or sales, such as rent, salaries, and insurance.

Variable Cost

A cost that changes in proportion to the level of production or business activity.

Contribution Margin Ratio

The percentage of each sale that contributes to covering fixed costs after variable costs have been paid.

Fixed Costs

Costs that do not vary with production level, such as rent, insurance, and salaries of administrative staff.