Advantages of the Method of Least Squares Over the High-Low

question 55

Multiple Choice

Advantages of the method of least squares over the high-low method include all of the following EXCEPT

• A)a statistical method is used to mathematically derive the cost function.
• B)only two points are used to develop the cost function.
• C)the squared differences between actual observations and the line (cost function) are minimized.
• D)all the observations have an effect on the cost function.

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Definitions:

Product Cost

The total cost to produce a product, including direct labor, materials, and manufacturing overhead.

Prime Cost

The direct costs of manufacturing an item, which include direct materials and direct labor costs, but exclude overhead costs.

Conversion Cost

The total expenses of direct labor plus manufacturing overheads used to transform raw materials into finished products.

Cost of Goods Manufactured

The total cost of materials, labor, and manufacturing overhead used to produce goods over a specific period.