A Basic Tenet of Variable Costing Is That Fixed Manufacturing

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Multiple Choice

A basic tenet of variable costing is that fixed manufacturing overhead costs be currently expensed. What is the rationale behind this?

• A)Fixed manufacturing overhead costs are generally immaterial in amount.
• B)Fixed manufacturing overhead costs occur regardless of level of production.
• C)Allocation of fixed manufacturing costs are arbitrary at best.
• D)Fixed manufacturing costs change as production changes.

Analyze the implications of ignoring salvage value in capital budgeting decisions.

Determine the applicability of net present value method under varying scenarios.

Examine the treatment of working capital in calculating project profitability and investment required.

Compare and contrast the assumptions underlying the internal rate of return and net present value methods.

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