EcoThread Apparel is a small startup manufacturing sustainable clothing. The table below shows the business's operating costs for two different monthly production levels.
| Cost Category | Month 1 (500 garments produced) (€) | Month 2 (1,000 garments produced) (€) |
|---|---|---|
| Studio rent | 800 | 800 |
| Organic cotton fabric | 1,000 | 2,000 |
| Machinist wages | 1,200 | 2,000 |
| Factory electricity | 120 | 180 |
| Insurance | 150 | 150 |
| Packaging & shipping | 300 | 600 |
| Website hosting | 50 | 50 |
| Total Costs | 3,620 | 5,780 |
Identify one fixed cost in Table 1. Explain your answer with reference to the data in the table.
