Explain the Concept of Positioning

question 150

Essay

Explain the concept of positioning.

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Definitions:

Variable Manufacturing Overhead

Costs involved in the manufacturing process that fluctuate with the level of production, such as utility expenses or materials costs.

Absorption Costing

An accounting method that includes all manufacturing costs—direct materials, direct labor, and both variable and fixed manufacturing overhead—in the cost of a product.

Absorption Costing

This method includes all manufacturing costs (direct materials, direct labor, and both variable and fixed manufacturing overhead) in the cost of a product.

Markup

The amount added to the cost price of goods to cover overhead and profit, expressed as a percentage of the cost price.