Which of the Following Is a Sign That an ABC

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a sign that an ABC system may be useful for an organization?

• A) Significant amounts of indirect costs are allocated using multiple cost pools.
• B) Products make similar demands on resources because of similarities in volume, process steps, batch size, or complexity.
• C) Many indirect costs are described as batch-level costs, product-sustaining costs, or facility-sustaining costs.
• D) Operations staff disagrees with accountants about the costs of manufacturing and marketing products and services.

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Definitions:

Malicious

Characterized by a desire to cause harm or suffering; deliberately harmful or spiteful behavior.

Relational Aggression

A type of aggression focused on harming others through manipulation or damage to relationships and social status, rather than physical harm.

Overt Aggression

Direct, openly hostile behaviors intended to harm others physically or psychologically, distinguished from more subtle forms like passive aggression.

Developmental Changes

Transformations or transitions in physical, cognitive, social, or emotional domains across the lifespan.