The Difference Between the Absorption Costing Approach and the Variable

question 1

Multiple Choice

The difference between the absorption costing approach and the variable costing approach to measuring profit lies in the treatment of:

• A)fixed overheads.
• B)variable overheads.
• C)direct material costs.
• D)direct labor costs.

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