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:

Direct Labor Cost

The expense associated with labor directly involved in the production process of goods or services, distinguishing from indirect labor costs like maintenance personnel.

Materials Used

The quantity and cost of raw materials consumed in the production process, including both direct and indirect materials.

Manufacturing Overhead Account

An accounting term that aggregates all indirect costs associated with manufacturing a product.

Adjusting

The process of making modifications to certain accounts through adjusting entries to reflect the true financial status of a business at the end of an accounting period.