A Small Galaxy Orbits a Larger One

question 104

Multiple Choice

A small galaxy orbits a larger one. After many orbits, the stars in the small galaxy have dispersed throughout the halo of the larger. This is an example of

• A) conservation of angular momentum.
• B) galactic cannibalism.
• C) globular cluster formation.
• D) supermassive black hole formation.

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Definitions:

Factory Overhead

Indirect costs associated with manufacturing, including costs related to operating the manufacturing facilities, aside from direct labor and direct materials costs.

Machine Hours

A measure of the amount of time a machine is operated, used in allocating manufacturing costs.

Journal Entry

A record in accounting that shows a business transaction and its effect on the financial statements, consisting of debit and credit entries.

Predetermined Overhead Rate

A method employed to distribute manufacturing overhead costs to specific production units, utilizing projected expenses and levels of activity.