The Difference Between Variable Costing and Absorption Costing Centres on Accounting

question 56

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The difference between variable costing and absorption costing centres on accounting for variable costs.

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Definitions:

Retained Earnings

The portion of net income that is retained by the corporation instead of being paid out as dividends to shareholders.

Earnings Management

The practice of using accounting techniques to produce financial reports that may paint an overly positive picture of a company's business activities and financial position.

Investment Account

A financial account held at a financial institution that contains securities, cash, and other assets managed for the purpose of achieving an investment goal.

Related Income

Income generated from transactions or relationships between affiliated entities or parties.