Performance Reports for Cost Centers Should Compare Actual Versus Budget

question 70

Multiple Choice

Performance reports for cost centers should compare actual versus budget ________ costs.

• A)controllable
• B)uncontrollable
• C)fixed
• D)variable

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Definitions:

Markup

The amount added to the cost price of goods to cover overhead and profit.

Manufacturing Cost

The total expense incurred in the process of producing goods, including materials, labor, and overhead.

Selling Prices

The amount of money charged for a product or service, determined by cost, competition, and market demand.

Unit Product Cost

The sum of materials, labor, and overhead expenses divided by the quantity of units manufactured.