The Following Information Was Collected from a Simple Random Sample

question 50

Multiple Choice

The following information was collected from a simple random sample of a population. The point estimate of the mean of the population is

• A) 14.5.
• B) 15.
• C) 6.
• D) 16.

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Definitions:

Favorable Spending Variance

A situation where the actual spending is less than the budgeted or expected amount.

Indirect Materials

Small items of material such as glue and nails that may be an integral part of a finished product, but whose costs cannot be easily or conveniently traced to it.

Flexible Budget

A budget that varies or adapts based on fluctuations in activity or volume levels.

Indirect Materials Cost

The cost of materials used in the production process that cannot be directly traced to the product, such as lubricants and cleaning supplies.