Which of the following statements illustrates an inverse relationship? Select one: a. If investors expect IBM...
Which of the following statements illustrates an inverse relationship?
Select one:
a. If investors expect IBM stock to rise greatly in the next few months, they will purchase more of that stock
b. A decrease in incomes will decrease the demand for gym memberships
c. An increase in sales will increase profits, all else equal
d. An increase in costs will reduce profits, all else equal
Homework Answers
Ans) the correct option is d. An increase in costs will reduce profits, all else equal
The statement shows that costs and profits work in the opposite direction.
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