Which of the Following Would Probably Be the Most Accurate

question 62

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would probably be the most accurate measure of activity to use for allocating the costs associated with a factory's purchasing department?

• A)Machine-hours
• B)Direct labor-hours
• C)Number of orders processed
• D)Cost of materials purchased

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Definitions:

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