Explain the Difference Between Locked-In Costs and Costs Incurred

question 27

Essay

Explain the difference between locked-in costs and costs incurred.Which of these types of costs does a traditional accounting system emphasise? At which stage of the value chain are most costs locked in? At which stage of the value chain are most costs incurred? What implication does this have for good cost management?
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