The Merchant Manufacturing Company Has Two Service Departments — Purchasing

question 16

Multiple Choice

The Merchant Manufacturing Company has two service departments — purchasing and maintenance, and two production departments — fabrication and assembly. The distribution of each service department's efforts to the other departments is shown below:The total cost accumulated in the assembly department using the step method is (calculate all ratios and percentages to 4 decimal places, for example 33.3333%, and round all dollar amounts to the nearest whole dollar) :

• A)$104,500.
• B)$109,950.
• C)$124,050.
• D)$130,750.
• E)$136,500.

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Definitions:

Commonality of Goals

The shared objectives or aims among members of a group or team, which often drive collaborative efforts and teamwork.

Needs Assessment (NA)

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Procure Funding

The process of obtaining financial resources or support for projects, research, or programs.

Critical Needs

Essential requirements or necessities that must be met to ensure the survival or well-being of individuals or systems.