Using a Computer to Forecast Future Sales and Order More

question 13

True/False

Using a computer to forecast future sales and order more inventory before a shortage can occur is an example of information system feedback.

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Definitions:

Manufacturing Costs

The total expense incurred in the process of producing a product, which includes direct labor, direct materials, and overhead costs.

Gross Margin

Gross Margin is the difference between sales revenue and the cost of goods sold, expressed as a percentage of sales, indicating the efficiency of production and pricing.

Contribution Margin Income Statement

An income statement format that separates variable costs from fixed costs, focusing on contribution margin.

External Reporting

The provision of financial and non-financial information to external stakeholders, such as investors, creditors, and regulatory agencies, usually formal and standardized.