In the cost function \( C(x) = 2.83x + 1,350 \):
- The term \( 1,350 \) represents the fixed cost. This is the cost incurred regardless of the number of umbrellas produced, which means it is the cost when \( x = 0 \).
- The term \( 2.83 \) represents the variable cost per umbrella. This is the additional cost incurred for each umbrella produced.
Therefore, the correct interpretation of the initial value is:
The initial value of 1,350 represents the fixed cost.