Which Method of Allocating Joint Costs Is Most Likely to Develop

question 70

Multiple Choice

Which method of allocating joint costs is most likely to develop a true cost per unit of product?

• A) Physical output
• B) Sales value at split-off point
• C) Net realizable value
• D) None of the above; all methods result in arbitrary allocations

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