Diseconomies of Scale

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A phenomenon in cost accounting where a company experiences an increase in per-unit costs as it expands production. This occurs when the benefits of economies of scale are outweighed by inefficiencies, such as management challenges, communication breakdowns, or resource limitations. Diseconomies of scale can lead to reduced profitability and competitive disadvantage if not managed effectively.

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