Answer:
a) a downward shift in the AFC curve
Explanation:
AFC = Average Fixed Cost, AVC = Average Variable Cost, MC = Marginal Cost
Average Fixed Cost is defined as the fixed cost of production divided by the quantity produced. Mathematically given as:
Average Fixed Cost = Fixed Cost ÷ Quantity
AVC = FC ÷ Q
Average Variable Cost is defined as the variable cost of production divided by the quantity produced. Mathematically given as:
AFC = VC ÷ Q
Marginal Cost is defined as the cost incurred for an additional unit to be produced. Mathematically given as:
MC = ΔC ÷ ΔQ
The firm discovered a more efficient technology implies that the cost of production is reduced. The result of this is that the fixed cost (FC) is reduced and consequently, the AFC is reduced as well. Hence, the AFC curve shifts downward. We therefore see that a reduction in fixed costs (due to the discovery of a more efficient technology) results in the AFC curve shifting downwards
<u>Hence, Option A (a downward shift in the AFC curve) is the correct answer </u>
Answer:
B. False
Explanation:
<em>Total Product offer </em>is every aspect of a product which the customer evaluates before buying.
From strategic marketing viewpoint, the customer may evaluate the product on both the tangible and intangible attributes.
An example of this is the iPhone by Apple. On tangible level, the product itself, the packaging and others are tangible attributes that a customer may evaluate. On intangible level, the brand name, perceived benefits, convenience, purchase services, and many other factors are part of the iPhone as the intangible attributes that the customer will evaluate.
As a marketer, one should think and talk in the language of customers- let it be from either tangible or intangible point of view.
The answer to the question above is "evaluation of alternatives" which is the step when a consumer arms with information and narrows down his/her choices by comparing the pros and cons of each remaining option. There is several steps of consumers decision making process. This step is the third step in the process.
Complete/Correct Question:
The Bank of England is concerned that the British Pound is weakening against the U.S. Dollar. A method for the Bank of England to strengthen its currency would be to:
A. raise British interest rate levels
B. lower British interest rate levels
C. raise U.S. interest rate levels
D. lower U.S. interest rate levels
Answer:
A, raise British interest rate levels
Explanation:
Increasing the interest rate levels of the British will help strengthen the pound against the Dollar. This would mean that the United States is offering lower interest rate.
This is possible because a higher interest rate means that lenders will make higher returns compared to countries with lower interest rates.
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