Which of the following is NOT a type of cost in the short run? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is NOT a type of cost in the short run?
A. Total cost
B. Sunk cost as the only long-run cost
C. Variable cost
D. Fixed cost
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
In the short run, costs are classified as fixed, variable and total. Sunk costs are costs that have already been incurred and cannot be recovered, relevant in both short and long run decisions.

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The concept of 'Crowding Out' can occur through which of the following channels?
A. Only through increased private consumption
B. Only through lower interest rates
C. Only through increased net exports
D. Higher interest rates reducing private investment and appreciation of the currency reducing net exports

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
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A. SSA, MGNREGA, PMAY
B. RMSA, ICDS, NSAP
C. Teacher Education, PMKVY, UJALA
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