Which of the Following Is the Best Example of Setting

question 75

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best example of setting measurable and realistic expectations?

• A) Jessica tells Halim that she believes he can turn things around for his next performance review.
• B) Marsha tells Eddie,a machine operator,to reduce the amount of defective parts he produces by 40 percent.
• C) Pablo tells Rachel,one of his sales people,that he expects a sharp improvement in her sales figures.
• D) Mark asks Ben to help ensure that the market share of the company increases.
• E) Keisha informs Roger that she expects to see an improvement in his output as soon as possible.

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Definitions:

Predetermined Overhead Rate

A rate calculated before a period begins, based on the estimated overhead costs and estimated activity base, used to allocate overhead costs to products or services.

Direct Labor Costs

Expenses attributed to the payment of employees directly involved in the production of goods or services.

Machine Hours

A measure of the amount of time a machine is operated, used in allocating manufacturing overhead costs.

Predetermined Overhead Rate

A rate used to allocate overhead costs to products or services, calculated before the period begins based on estimates of total costs and activity levels.