An Example of a Fixed Cost for a Manufacturer Would

question 169

Multiple Choice

An example of a fixed cost for a manufacturer would be which of the following?

• A)Sales commissions
• B)Salary of plant manager
• C)Direct materials
• D)Delivery costs

Recognize how and where different types of financial statement items, such as losses on disposal and changes in accounting methods, are reported.

Describe the purpose of an audit and the requirements of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act for corporate accountability.

Calculate and understand financial ratios such as price-earnings ratio, return on stockholders' equity, and return on total assets.

Identify what constitutes an unusual item on an income statement and the implications of various unusual items.

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Definitions:

Actual Activity

The real or factual actions or tasks completed within a period, often measured to assess performance or productivity.

Static Budget

A financial plan that does not change or adjust with variations in business activity levels.

Labor Rate Variance

The difference between the actual cost of direct labor and its expected (or standard) cost during a given period.

Standard Rate

A predetermined cost per unit of measure or rate that is used in budgeting and costing calculations.