Which One of the Following Characteristics Is Associated with Standard

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Multiple Choice

Which one of the following characteristics is associated with standard cost variance analysis for manufacturing overhead under a traditional versus an activity-based cost (ABC) system?

• A) The total manufacturing overhead variance will be the same under either system.
• B) The traditional cost system does not meet the current International Financial Reporting Standards for internal control and product costing.
• C) The traditional system, but not the ABC system, is acceptable for income tax purposes.
• D) Cost variances under an ABC system must be closed to cost of goods sold (CGS), while those calculated under a traditional system can also be prorated (allocated) to CGS and inventory accounts.
• E) Under both cost systems a flexible budget (FB) is used for control purposes.

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