Why Is It Important to Include the Tax Effect into Cost

question 109

Multiple Choice

Why is it important to include the tax effect into cost of capital computations for firms with debt financing?

• A)firms pay taxes on the outstanding principal amount of the debt.
• B)taxable income is reduced by the amount of the interest expense.
• C)comparisons with equity financing would otherwise not be possible.
• D)taxes are paid on interest but not on dividends.

Analyze the impact of variable and fixed manufacturing overhead variances.

Recognize how standard costing systems apply fixed and variable manufacturing overhead costs to products.

Evaluate the financial implications of failing to meet target activity levels.

Determine and interpret fixed manufacturing overhead budget and volume variances.

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