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CAIE IGCSE Business Studies 7.2.4 Total cost

Practise defining total cost and linking fixed and variable costs to the full cost of producing a given output.

Syllabus
2027–2029
Course
Business 0264

Exam points

  • define total cost as fixed costs plus variable costs for the total output
  • distinguish total cost from one cost category when explaining production costs

7.2.4—Total cost question 1

[Maximum number: 2]

Nancy wants to be an entrepreneur. She has analysed market research data and decided to start up a book shop. Nancy has identified a suitable location and prepared a business plan. Nancy is calculating her total costs. She will use this information to help her complete a break-even chart as shown in Figure 2.1. Nancy is also considering using e-commerce.

Break-even chart for Nancy's new business

Break-even chart for Nancy's new business

Define 'total cost'.

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