If a Variance Is Investigated and Determined to Be Random

question 14

Multiple Choice

If a variance is investigated and determined to be random, managers should:

• A) Write off the variance against cost of goods sold
• B) Do nothing
• C) Identify and discipline the employee(s) responsible
• D) Write off the variance against work in process

Learn how to calculate and interpret the internal rate of return (IRR) for various projects.

Grasp the principles of discounted cash flow (DCF) and their use in investment decisions.

Understand the concept of net present value (NPV) and profitability index as methods of investment appraisal.

Learn the methodologies for calculating the discounted payback period.

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Managerial Tasks

Responsibilities and activities undertaken by managers, such as planning, organizing, leading, and controlling to achieve organizational goals.

Performance Enhancement

A strategy or approach aimed at increasing the efficiency, productivity, or effectiveness of an individual or organization.

Planning And Scheduling

The act of outlining actions, allocating resources, and timing activities to achieve specific objectives efficiently.

Life Cycle

A series of stages through which an entity (such as a product, project, or organism) goes from its inception to its termination or end.