Use the Following Information to Answer the Following Questions

question 13

Multiple Choice

Use the following information to answer the following Questions
The Xtra Store has a Human Resources Department and a Janitorial Department that provide service to three sales departments. The Human Resources Department cost is allocated on the basis of employees, and the Janitorial Department cost is allocated on the basis of space. The following information is available:

-Using the direct method, the amount of Janitorial Department cost allocated to Sales Department no. 2 is:

• A) $8,571.
• B) $8,654.
• C) $9,000.
• D) $10,350.
• E) $14,210.

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Definitions:

Accentuation Principle

Categorization accentuates perceived similarities within and differences between groups on dimensions that people believe are correlated with the categorization. The effect is amplified where the categorization and/or dimension has subjective importance, relevance, or value.

Human Attribute

Characteristics, traits, or qualities that define or are inherent in humans, contributing to individual identities and behaviors.

Accentuation Effect

A cognitive bias that emphasizes the differences between categories or groups of people more than they actually exist.

Categorisation

The process of grouping items or information based on shared characteristics or qualities.