Question

Sabrina’s Soccer produces soccer balls and soccer nets, which are sold at sporting goods stores.

Which factors directly affect the company’s profit? Check all that apply.

a stocking up on soccer cleats and uniforms
a rise in the number of soccer leagues
a decrease in the cost of raw materials
the opening of two sporting goods stores
the push for physical activities in schools

Answer 1

Choose:
- a rise in the number of soccer leagues
- a decrease in the cost of raw materials
- the opening of two sporting goods stores
- the push for physical activities in schools

Reason: Profit is determined by revenue and costs. A rise in leagues, more stores, or a school push directly increase demand (and thus revenue); a decrease in raw‑material costs directly lowers production costs. "Stocking up on cleats and uniforms" affects sales of those other items and only indirectly (if at all) signals demand for balls/nets, so it does not directly affect Sabrina’s profit.