Which of the Following Is Not a Financial Intermediary

question 47

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a financial intermediary?

• A) a mutual fund
• B) an insurance company
• C) a real estate brokerage firm
• D) a credit union

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Definitions:

Manufacturing Overhead

All indirect costs associated with the manufacturing process, such as utilities, depreciation, and maintenance of equipment.

Direct Manufacturing Cost

Expenses directly associated with the production of goods, including labor and materials costs.

Indirect Manufacturing Cost

Costs related to the production process that are not directly traceable to specific products, such as maintenance, supervision, and utility expenses.

Net Operating Income

The profit generated from a company's normal business operations after subtracting operating expenses from operating revenue.