Which of the Graphical Techniques Below Can Be Used to Summarize

question 48

Multiple Choice

Which of the graphical techniques below can be used to summarize qualitative data?

• A) box plot
• B) stem-and-leaf plot
• C) dot plot
• D) bar graph

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Definitions:

Predetermined Overhead Rate

An estimated rate used to allocate manufacturing overhead costs to individual units of production, based on a certain activity.

Variable Manufacturing Overhead

Costs that fluctuate with production volume, such as utilities and materials used in the production process.

Direct Labor-Hours

The total number of hours worked by employees who are directly involved in the manufacturing process.

Fixed Manufacturing Overhead

Costs in manufacturing that do not change with the level of production output, such as rent, salaries of permanent staff, and depreciation of factory equipment.