The Essence of a BFOR Is That _______

question 32

Multiple Choice

The essence of a BFOR is that _______.

• A)it is always illegal
• B)it reduces discrimination
• C)it justifies discrimination based on reasonable necessity of the job
• D)it prohibits selection through use of a prohibited ground (e.g. ,gender)

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Definitions:

Machine-Hours

A measure of the amount of time a machine is operated during a specific period, used in cost accounting to allocate expenses to products.

Applied Manufacturing Overhead

The amount of manufacturing overhead costs allocated to individual jobs or products based on the predetermined overhead rate.

Predetermined Overhead Rate

A calculated rate used to apply overhead costs to products or job orders, based on estimated costs and activity levels.

Predetermined Overhead Rates

Rates used to allocate manufacturing overhead costs to products, typically based on estimated costs and activity levels at the beginning of a period.