Which of the Following Would Be the Least Appropriate Allocation

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would be the least appropriate allocation base for allocating overhead in a highly automated (i.e., capital-intensive) manufacturing company?

• A) Electricity used.
• B) Machine hours.
• C) Direct labor hours.
• D) Material consumed.

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