A Potential Drawback of Using Stereotypes Is ______

question 83

Multiple Choice

A potential drawback of using stereotypes is ______.

• A) we won't know how to communicate with people different from ourselves
• B) we lose the chance to experience people for the unique people they truly are
• C) we learn false assumptions about who we are in relation to others
• D) we engage in mindless interactions rather than think in cognitively complex ways

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Definitions:

Predetermined Overhead Rate

This is a rate calculated before the accounting period begins, used to allocate manufacturing overhead costs to products.

Machine-Hours

A measure of the amount of time machinery is in operation, commonly used as a basis for allocating machine related costs to products.

Manufacturing Overhead

All indirect costs associated with the production process, including equipment maintenance, utilities, and factory management salaries.

Predetermined Overhead Rate

A rate used to allocate manufacturing overhead costs to products, based on a planned level of activity.