What Is an Encomienda

question 9

Multiple Choice

What is an encomienda?

• A)the title of the Spanish viceroys
• B)a type of new sailing ship
• C)a system of forced labor
• D)slavery
• E)a theory about the dignity of the natives

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Definitions:

Algebraic Equation

A mathematical statement that shows the equality of two expressions, usually involving variables and constants, related by operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Sequential Method

The sequential method is an approach to allocating service department costs to production departments in a linear fashion, based on a predetermined order or sequence.

Step-Up Method

An allocation method used in cost accounting to allocate support department costs to other departments incrementally.

Inter-Support-Department Services

The exchange of support or administrative services between different departments within the same organization, often allocated as part of overhead costs.