Why Does the Label Ammonium Hydroxide on a Bottle Give

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Multiple Choice

Why does the label ammonium hydroxide on a bottle give a false impression about the bottle=s contents?

• A) There is a large amount of NH₄⁺(aq) but only a small amount of OH-(aq).
• B) There is a small amount of NH₄⁺(aq) but only a large amount of OH-(aq).
• C) There is a large amount of NH₃(aq) but only small amount of OH-(aq).
• D) None of the above, the label accurately describes the contents.

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Definitions:

Total Contribution Margin

The difference between total sales revenue and total variable costs, indicating the amount available to cover fixed expenses and generate profit.

Operating Leverage

A measure of how sensitive net operating income is to a given percentage change in revenue, indicating the proportion of fixed versus variable costs.

Income Statement

A financial report that shows a company's revenues, expenses, and profit or loss over a specific period.

Contribution Margin Ratio

The percentage of each sales dollar that remains after deducting variable costs, calculated as contribution margin divided by sales.