Which of the Following Has Most Contributed to the Globalization

question 72

Multiple Choice

Which of the following has most contributed to the globalization of the economy?

• A)the decreased importance of agriculture
• B)reductions in transportation and communication costs
• C)the shift toward a market economy in China
• D)tariffs and trade barriers
• E)the decline in the relative importance of manufacturing

Comprehend the components and purpose of a job cost sheet and its relevance to both financial accounting and management.

Understand the flow of costs in a job order cost system, including the roles of various inventory accounts.

Identify the documents used in job order costing systems for gathering and assigning costs to jobs.

Comprehend the role and calculation methods of predetermined overhead rates in costing.

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