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What distinguishes the dependent and independent variables in a function?
What distinguishes the dependent and independent variables in a function?
In the break-even analysis, when does a company reach a break-even point?
In the break-even analysis, when does a company reach a break-even point?
What does the total cost function C(x) include?
What does the total cost function C(x) include?
What is the formula for total profit P(x)?
What is the formula for total profit P(x)?
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Study Notes
Functions
- Variables are used to represent numerical values in a function.
- Dependent variable (y) is determined by the value of the independent variable (x).
Break-Even Analysis
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Total cost function: Represents the total cost of production.
- Fixed cost: Remains constant regardless of the number of units produced.
- Variable cost: Varies depending on the number of units produced.
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Total revenue function: Represents the total income generated from sales.
- Price: The selling price per unit.
- Quantity sold: The number of units sold.
- Total profit function: Represents the difference between total revenue and total cost.
- Break-even point: Occurs when the total cost equals the total revenue, resulting in zero profit.
Exercise
- Selling price per unit: 75 pounds
- Fixed cost: 210,000 pounds
- Variable cost per unit: 5 pounds
- Break-even point: The number of units that need to be sold to cover all costs.
- Profit: The difference between total revenue and total cost.
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This quiz focuses on understanding the break-even analysis using functions related to cost, revenue, and profit. Learn about the roles of fixed and variable costs in determining the break-even point and the implications of selling price and quantity sold on profitability.