Diseconomies of Scale Is

question 274

Multiple Choice

Diseconomies of scale is

• A) a short run phenomenon.
• B) the result of decreasing marginal returns.
• C) a long run phenomenon.
• D) the result of increasing marginal returns.
• E) possible only when the firm's plant size is fixed.

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Definitions:

Small-Batch Production

A manufacturing process that produces small quantities of items to meet specific customer demands or to produce unique items.

Custom Products

Goods that are tailored or personalized to meet the specific preferences or requirements of a customer.

Mass Production

The manufacturing of large quantities of standardized products, often utilizing assembly lines and automation, to optimize efficiency and reduce costs.

Assembly-Line System

A manufacturing process in which parts are added to a product in a sequenced manner to create a finished product efficiently.