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CSCP Exam - Question 45


In the analysis of costs, fixed costs are those that are:

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Correct Answer: A

Fixed costs are expenses that do not change with the level of production or output. These costs remain constant regardless of the volume of output produced by a business. Examples of fixed costs include rent, salaries, and property taxes. Therefore, fixed costs are independent of the volume of output.

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HKG_11Option: A
Feb 6, 2022

why not option A. APICS dictionary describes fixed cost as 'An expenditure that does not vary with the production volume; for example, rent, property tax, and salaries of certain personnel.'

piotrusl
Feb 17, 2022

Agree. Also taxes, rent etc. can change over time described in answer D while still being fixed costs.

savings_wishboneOption: D
Sep 18, 2022

fixed cost refers to a cost that does not change with an increase or decrease in the number of goods or services produced or sold. Fixed costs are expenses that have to be paid by a company, independent of any specific business activities. This means fixed costs are generally indirect, in that they don't apply to a company's production of any goods or services. hence D

CancunOption: A
Mar 1, 2022

The answer is “A”, fixed costs remain regardless of volume.

JerawinOption: A
Apr 2, 2023

Answer is A

eliemmeOption: A
Dec 3, 2023

A Is correct

Shimis27Option: A
Dec 21, 2023

Fixed costs are costs that remain constant and do not vary with the level of production or output. They are incurred regardless of the quantity of goods or services produced. Examples of fixed costs include rent, salaries of permanent staff, insurance premiums, and depreciation of fixed assets. Option A correctly describes fixed costs as being independent of the volume of output.

Rajiv8047Option: A
Jan 28, 2024

Fixed costs are expenses that remain the same regardless of how much a business produces or sells. This means they do not fluctuate with changes in activity levels.

WijithaOption: A
May 3, 2024

Fixed costs remain steadfast, regardless of the volume of operations. In logistics, they encompass expenses like warehouse rent, equipment maintenance, insurance, and administrative salaries. Taming these costs is pivotal, ensuring financial stability during highs and lows