Energy Flow in an Ecosystem Is NOT Cyclic Because Energy

question 63

Multiple Choice

Energy flow in an ecosystem is NOT cyclic because energy is

• A)increased as you go up the energy pyramid.
• B)evenly spread out over many organisms.
• C)converted to many kinds of useful energy.
• D)totally destroyed as it is used.
• E)no longer useful when it is converted to heat.

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Definitions:

Total Variable Overhead Spending Variance

The difference between the actual variable overhead costs incurred and the expected (budgeted) variable overhead costs based on actual production levels.

Variable Overhead Efficiency Variance

The difference between the standard cost of variable overheads allocated for production and the actual cost incurred.

Supplies Cost

The expense associated with acquiring supplies necessary for the operation of a business, such as office supplies or manufacturing inputs.

Variable Manufacturing Overhead

Indirect manufacturing costs that change in total in direct proportion to changes in production volume, such as utilities or materials.