The Primary Difference Between a Product Cost and a Period

question 11

Multiple Choice

The primary difference between a product cost and a period cost is that:

• A) product costs are associated with specific goods, and period costs are not.
• B) product costs are incurred by manufacturers, and period costs by service providers.
• C) only product costs are recorded as expenses.
• D) period costs become part of cost of goods sold but product costs do not.

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Definitions:

Clear Advantage

A distinct and obvious benefit or superiority that something or someone has over competitors.

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