Which of the Following Is True of a Principal-Independent Contractor

question 80

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of a principal-independent contractor relationship?

• A) Principals are bound by the authorized contracts of their independent contractors.
• B) Independent contractors cannot be authorized by principals.
• C) Independent contractors are employees of the principals.
• D) Principals cannot directly employ independent contractors.

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Definitions:

Direct Materials Purchases Variance

This measures the difference between the actual cost of direct materials purchased and the expected (or standard) cost of those materials.

Actual Results

The real outcomes or data achieved, as opposed to forecasts or projections.

Materials Price Variance

The difference between the actual cost of materials and the expected (standard) cost, used for budgeting and cost control.

Actual Production

Refers to the actual quantity of goods or services produced during a specific period, as opposed to planned or projected amounts.