Which Criterion Helps to Determine Whether the Results of a Qualitative

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which criterion helps to determine whether the results of a qualitative study can be applied beyond the study sample or population?

• A) Evidence of fittingness or transferability of the findings
• B) Evidence of trustworthiness or validity of the findings
• C) Credentials and experience of the person applying the findings
• D) Statistical significance and reliability of the findings

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Definitions:

Underapplied Overhead

Underapplied overhead occurs when the actual manufacturing overhead costs exceed the applied overhead costs allocated during a specific period.

Applied Overhead

The estimated amount of overhead cost assigned to a specific job or department based on predetermined rates.

Actual Overhead

The real, incurred costs of running a production or service operation, excluding direct labor and direct materials.

Activity-Based Costing

A pricing strategy that pinpoints various tasks within a company and allocates the expenses of each task to every product and service based on their specific usage.