In a Marketing Cost Analysis,the Textbook Identifies Three Methods Used

question 65

Multiple Choice

In a marketing cost analysis,the textbook identifies three methods used to allocate indirect costs.One method is to divide indirect cost equally among territories.This method:

• A)is the easiest of the three methods.
• B)is the most accurate method.
• C)is the method that is fairest to all territories.
• D)uses the underlying philosophy of applying the cost burden to where it can best be borne.
• E)None of these.

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