Dual Allocation Is a Cost Allocation Approach That Separates Direct

question 41

Multiple Choice

Dual allocation is a cost allocation approach that separates direct and indirect costs, tracing the direct costs directly to the cost object that:

• A)Can bear the cost.
• B)Relates best to the cost.
• C)Is first identified with the cost.
• D)Caused the cost.
• E)Is most impacted by the cost.

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