Data from Three Samples Are Shown Below Examine the Three Samples

question 91

Essay

Data from three samples are shown below: $$\begin{array} { | l | l | l | l | l | l | } \hline \text { Sample A: } & 17 & 22 & 20 & 18 & 23 \\\hline \text { Sample B: } & 30 & 28 & 35 & 40 & 25 \\\hline \text { Sample C: } & 44 & 39 & 54 & 21 & 52 \\\hline\end{array}$$ Examine the three samples. Without performing any calculations, indicate which sample has the greatest amount of variability and which sample has the least amount of variability.

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Definitions:

Markup

The amount added to the cost price of goods, to cover overhead and profit, determining the selling price.

Overhead Applied

The allocation of overhead costs to specific jobs or activities based on a predetermined rate.

Job P505

This likely refers to a specific job or project identifier within an organization or accounting system but without context, its specific significance can vary.

Predetermined Overhead Rate

A rate used to allocate overhead costs to products or services, calculated in advance based on estimated costs and activity levels.