Technology That Is Characterized by High Initial Costs and Low

question 178

Multiple Choice

Technology that is characterized by high initial costs and low operating costs is termed

• A) a quality circle.
• B) capital-intensive.
• C) an industrial installation.
• D) labor-intensive.
• E) a process layout.

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Definitions:

AIDS

stands for Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome, a disease that severely weakens the immune system, caused by the HIV virus.

Variant Strains

Variant strains refer to different versions or mutations of viruses, bacteria, or other pathogens that have developed over time due to genetic changes.

Mutations

Changes in the nucleotide sequences of the genetic material of an organism, which can lead to variations in physical and functional traits.

HIV

A virus known as Human Immunodeficiency Virus targets the immune system, potentially causing Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) without proper treatment.