Explain Why in a Project Only Two of the Three

question 55

Short Answer

Explain why in a project only two of the three project elements (cost, time, and scoop) can be optimized and the third must be adjusted to maintain balance.

Understand policies for service department cost allocation and evaluate their effectiveness.

Calculate costs not to be charged to operating divisions and understand the rationale behind such decisions.

Understand the principles of allocating service department costs to operating departments.

Analyze the impact of different allocation methods on departmental performance evaluations.

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