When Using Management by Exception,the Purchasing Manager Should Be Questioned

question 149

Multiple Choice

When using management by exception,the purchasing manager should be questioned for which of the following variances?

• A) direct materials efficiency
• B) variable overhead efficiency
• C) direct materials cost
• D) direct labor efficiency

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