Calculate net returns.

Calculation should include

  • unit cost of production (e.g., fixed, variable, and marginal costs)
  • returns in the production process
  • formula for determining profit. 

Process/Skill Questions:

  • What is the formula for determining profit?
  • What is the average total cost of production?
  • What is a break-even point?
  • What is meant by the unit cost of a product?
  • What is downsizing? How does this affect unit cost of products?
  • How can variable costs be controlled?
  • How are break-even points calculated?
  • How does one determine if a cost is fixed or variable?