The Primary Function of an Organizational Hierarchy Is to Define

question 79

Multiple Choice

The primary function of an organizational hierarchy is to define ________.

• A) formal authority
• B) formal responsibility
• C) informal responsibility
• D) informal accountability

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Definitions:

Labor Efficiency Variance

Labor Efficiency Variance measures the difference between the actual hours worked and the standard hours expected for the work performed.

Direct Labor Wage

The compensation workers receive for directly contributing to the manufacturing or production of goods, usually an hourly wage or per unit produced rate.

Variable Overhead Rate Variance

The difference between the actual variable overhead incurred and the standard cost allocated for the actual production level.

Variable Manufacturing Overhead

Costs that vary with production volume, such as utilities and materials used in the production process.