An AIS Is a System of Six Interrelated Components That

question 71

Multiple Choice

An AIS is a system of six interrelated components that interact to achieve a goal.One of these components,which includes both manual and automated activities that involve collecting,processing,and storing data,is known as

• A)Information or data
• B)Procedures and instructions
• C)Software
• D)Information technology infrastructure

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Definitions:

Predetermined Overhead Rate

A rate used to allocate manufacturing overhead to products, calculated before the accounting period begins based on estimated costs.

Variable Manufacturing Overhead

This refers to the production costs that change in proportion to the level of manufacturing activity.

Departmental Overhead Rates

Specific overhead rates calculated for different departments within a company, reflecting the unique costs each department incurs.

Machine-Hours

A measure of production output or activity based on the number of hours machines are operating.