Which of the Following Is Not a Step in Preparing

question 150

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a step in preparing the direct materials purchases budget?

• A)Enter the budgeted sales from the sales budget.
• B)Calculate the direct materials production needs by multiplying the number of units to be produced by the direct material standard quantity for one unit.
• C)Calculate the total direct materials required for the period by adding the ending inventory to the direct materials production needs.
• D)Calculate the required purchases by subtracting the beginning direct materials balance from the total direct materials required for the period.

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Definitions:

Feedback Controls

A mechanism in systems and organizations used for adjusting operations and outputs based on differences between actual outcomes and desired outcomes.

Post-Action Controls

The mechanisms put in place to assess the outcomes and effectiveness of actions taken, ensuring alignment with planned objectives or standards.

Ongoing Operations

The continuous activities and processes that are performed by an organization to maintain its business and services.

Feedforward

is a communication process that involves giving future-oriented feedback to help someone adjust their actions before they engage in a specific behavior.