Under the Reciprocal Method What Is the Algebraic Solution to the Cost

question 10

Multiple Choice

Under the reciprocal method what is the algebraic solution to the cost allocation problem?

• A)Op = 4,500 + .40 P; P = 2,500 + .30 Op.
• B)Op = 4,500 + .70 P; P = 2,500 + .60 Op.
• C)Op = 2,500 + .40 P; P = 4,500 + .30 Op.
• D)Op = 2,500 + .70 P; P = 4,500 + .60 Op.

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