An Instrumentality of _____ Indicates Attainment of a Particular Outcome

question 56

Multiple Choice

An instrumentality of _____ indicates attainment of a particular outcome is totally dependent on task performance.

• A) zero
• B) 1.0
• C) 2.0
• D) -1.0
• E) -2.0

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Definitions:

Break-even Point

The point at which a company's revenue equals its expenses, resulting in no net loss or gain.

Contribution Margin Ratio

This ratio measures how much of a company's revenues will contribute to covering its fixed costs and generating profit, after variable costs have been paid.

Operating Income

Profit generated from normal business operations, calculated as sales minus cost of goods sold and operating expenses.

Fixed Costs

Expenses that do not change in proportion to the activity of a business, such as rent or salaries.