One Distinct Advantage of Prototyping Is That It Is Not

question 73

Multiple Choice

One distinct advantage of prototyping is that it is not necessary or desirable to build ________ for prototype purposes.

• A)small parts of a system
• B)any parts of a system
• C)a system diagram
• D)an entire working system

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Definitions:

Predetermined Overhead Rate

A predetermined overhead rate is a rate calculated before a period begins, used to allocate overhead costs to products or services based on a specific activity base.

Direct Labor Hours

The total hours worked by employees directly involved in the manufacturing process, used for planning and costing purposes.

Manufacturing Overhead Applied

The distribution of projected manufacturing overhead expenses across each unit of production.

Underapplied Manufacturing Overhead

A situation where the allocated manufacturing overhead costs are less than the actual overhead costs incurred, creating a discrepancy in cost accounting.