STUDY OF THE RATE OF CHANGE AS A TOOL FOR COST ANALYSIS IN PRODUCTIN ENGINEERING
Keywords:
Production Engineering, Rates of variation, Differential calculus, Cost analysisAbstract
This article investigates the application of rates of variation in Production Engineering, with an emphasis on cost and investment analysis using differential calculus. The objective is to conduct practical simulations, using fictitious examples, to examine the behavior of fixed, variable, and total costs, highlighting how these elements can inform strategic decisions related to investments and the control of production processes. The theoretical foundation is based on classical calculus frameworks and applied studies in the field, while the proposed examples demonstrate how the use of the first and second derivatives makes it possible to identify points for maximizing profits and minimizing losses, contributing to the improvement of production management.
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