Which of the Following Is a Support Activity in the Generic

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a support activity in the generic value chain?

• A) Research and development.
• B) Operations.
• C) Outbound logistics.
• D) Procurement.
• E) Marketing and sales.

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Definitions:

Labor Efficiency Variance

The difference between the actual hours worked and the standard hours expected to produce a certain level of output, often used to measure workforce productivity.

Variable Overhead Efficiency Variance

A metric that measures the difference between the actual and budgeted variable overhead costs based on the efficiency of production.

Materials Quantity Variance

The difference between the actual and the standard amount of materials used in production, valued at the standard cost.

Labor Rate Variance

The difference between the actual cost of labor and the budgeted or standard cost, often used in budgeting and cost management.