The Idea Behind Simulation Is Threefold: (1) to Imitate a Real-World

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The idea behind simulation is threefold: (1) to imitate a real-world situation mathematically, (2) then to study its properties and operating characteristics, and (3) finally to draw conclusions and make action decisions based on the results of the simulation.

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Definitions:

Conversion Cost

Conversion cost is the combination of labor and manufacturing overhead costs incurred to convert raw materials into finished goods.

Equivalent Unit

A concept used in process costing that converts partially completed units into a number of fully completed units.

Factory Overhead

encompasses all the indirect costs associated with manufacturing, excluding direct labor and direct materials, such as utilities, depreciation, and maintenance.

Work In Process Inventory

Goods that are in various stages of the production process but are not yet completed products.