A Key Characteristic of the Direct-Shipment Design Is ______

question 81

Multiple Choice

A key characteristic of the direct-shipment design is ______.

• A)faster delivery
• B)multiple transit points
• C)better compliance with government requirements
• D)poor quality control

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Definitions:

Direct Materials

Raw materials that are directly traceable to the manufacturing of a specific product and constitute a significant part of the product’s cost.

Direct Labor

The wages and expenses directly associated with the manufacturing of goods or provision of services, including the work of employees on the production line.

Variable Costs

Costs that vary in direct proportion to changes in levels of production or sales, such as raw materials and labor expenses.

Variable Costs

Costs that change in proportion to the level of production or sales activity, such as raw materials or direct labor.