In a Process Costing System, Calculating the Cost Per Unit

question 80

Multiple Choice

In a process costing system, calculating the cost per unit is used for a number of purposes. Which of the following is NOT one of those purposes?

• A) To set selling prices
• B) To manage and control administrative expenses
• C) To manage and control production costs
• D) To calculate the ending work in process inventory

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AASB 137

An Australian accounting standard that deals with the accounting for provisions, contingent liabilities, and contingent assets.

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