Unlike Traditional Manufacturing, Flexible Manufacturing

question 34

Multiple Choice

Unlike traditional manufacturing, flexible manufacturing:

• A) decreases efficiency.
• B) lowers unit costs.
• C) limits an organization's ability to customize products.
• D) allows the production of only standardized products.
• E) limits an organization's ability to offer greater product variety.

Calculate direct costs and prime costs in manufacturing and service departments.

Recognize the importance of the relevant range in cost behavior analysis.

Understand the incremental costs associated with a change in production levels.

Interpret the contribution margin for pricing and decision-making purposes.

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