What Would Be the Independent Variable in a Regression Determining

question 18

Multiple Choice

What would be the independent variable in a regression determining "How are firm overhead costs dependent on the time for production?" at a manufacturing company?

• A) Indirect material costs
• B) Direct material costs
• C) Machine hours
• D) Overhead costs

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