The Smallest Particle of Any Chemical Element That Can Exist

question 38

Multiple Choice

The smallest particle of any chemical element that can exist by itself and yet retain the qualities that distinguish it as that element is:

• A)an electron
• B)a proton
• C)a neutron
• D)an atom
• E)a molecule

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Definitions:

Price Skimming

A pricing strategy in which a company charges the highest initial price that customers will pay for a new product, then gradually lowers the price to attract more price-sensitive customers.

Variable Costs

Costs that change in proportion to the level of activity or volume of output in a business, such as raw materials and labor costs.

Fixed Costs

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

Breakeven Point

The point at which total cost and total revenue are equal, resulting in no net loss or gain.