Perform the Indicated Operation, If Possible $\left[ \begin{array} { r } 3 \\ - 2 \\ - 4 \end{array} \right] + \left[ \begin{array} { r } - 5 \\ 5 \\ 8 \end{array} \right]$

question 127

Multiple Choice

Perform the indicated operation, if possible.
- $\left[ \begin{array} { r } 3 \\ - 2 \\ - 4 \end{array} \right] + \left[ \begin{array} { r } - 5 \\ 5 \\ 8 \end{array} \right]$

• A)
• \(\left[ \begin{array} { r r } 3 & - 5 \\ - 2 & 5 \\ - 4 & 8 \end{array} \right]\)
• B)
• \(\left[ \begin{array} { l l l } - 2 & 3 & 4 \end{array} \right]\)
• C)
• \(\left[ \begin{array} { l } 2 \\ 4 \\ 5 \end{array} \right]\)
• D)
• \(\left[ \begin{array} { r } - 2 \\ 3 \\ 4 \end{array} \right]\)

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Definitions:

Flexible Budget Cost Variance

The difference between actual costs and the costs allocated in the flexible budget, which adjusts based on actual levels of activity.

Quantity Variance

A variance that is computed by taking the difference between the actual quantity of the input used and the amount of the input that should have been used for the actual level of output and multiplying the result by the standard price of the input.

Price Variance

The difference between the actual cost of a good or service and its budgeted or standard cost.

Standard Cost System

A cost accounting system that uses standard costs for products or services to compare against actual costs and analyze variances for management control.