Which of the Following Is Not True About the Cause-And-Effect

question 191

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not true about the cause-and-effect criterion when estimating a cost function?

• A) Correlation of variables proves cause-and-effect
• B) Managers must be careful not to equate high correlation between two variables to mean that either variable causes the other
• C) Knowledge of operations can help managers discover cause-and-effect relationships
• D) Contractual arrangements may show a direct cause and effect between two variables

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Definitions:

Activity Variance

The difference between planned activity levels and actual activity levels in budgeting and accounting.

Selling And Administrative Expenses

Costs related to selling products and managing the business, not directly tied to production.

Budgeting

The process of creating a financial plan or forecast for a specific period, detailing expected revenues and expenditures.

Employee Salaries

Fixed payments made to employees for their services over a specified period, typically monthly or bi-monthly.