alleryStart learning →The bygones principle says a rational choice should weigh only which costs?
ARetrospective past costs
BProspective future costs
CHistorical book costs
DSunk and committed costs
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Prospective future costs
Past outlays cannot change, so only costs still to be incurred matter in the decision.
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