Classifying a Cost as Either Direct or Indirect Depends Upon

question 47

Multiple Choice

Classifying a cost as either direct or indirect depends upon ________.

• A) the behavior of the cost in response to volume changes
• B) whether the cost is expensed in the period in which it is incurred
• C) whether the cost can be traced to a particular cost object in an economically feasible way
• D) whether a cost is fixed or variable

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Definitions:

Positive Reinforcement

The process of increasing the likelihood of a behavior by following it with a rewarding outcome.

Negative Reinforcement

A behavioral psychology principle where the removal of an unpleasant stimulus strengthens or increases the likelihood of a response.

Punishment Schedules

Predetermined plans of action applied to reduce or eliminate undesired behaviors by introducing negative consequences.

Reinforcement

In behavioral psychology, a process in which a behaviour is strengthened or increased by its consequences, such as rewards or punishments.