Creating Supplies of Excess Resources in Case of Unpredictable Needs

question 122

Multiple Choice

Creating supplies of excess resources in case of unpredictable needs is known as

• A)cooptation.
• B)smoothing.
• C)flexible processing.
• D)empowering.
• E)buffering.

---

Definitions:

Direct Labor

The cost of workers who are directly involved in producing goods or providing services.

Manufacturing Overhead

All indirect costs associated with manufacturing, excluding direct materials and direct labor.

Merchandising

The activities involved in promoting and selling products, often used in retail to refer to the purchase of goods for resale.

Manufacturing Income Statement

A financial statement showing the income, expenses, and profits of a manufacturing company, highlighting the cost of goods manufactured.