Which of the Following Statements Is True of Discretionary Costs

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of discretionary costs?

• A) They arise from day-to-day operational decisions.
• B) They include conversion cost, direct material costs.
• C) They have measurable cause-and-effect relationship between output and resources used.
• D) They have high level of uncertainty.

Comprehend the transition and accounting implications from fair-value method to equity method of accounting.

Acquire knowledge on the treatment of permanent loss in value of investments under the equity method.

Gain insights into how dividends and net income of investees affect the investor's financial statements under the equity method.

Learn the treatment of Other Comprehensive Income (OCI) in relation to equity method investments.

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Definitions:

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