Answer the Following Questions Using the Information Below

question 57

Multiple Choice

Answer the following questions using the information below:
Tamworth Country & Western Store has two service departments,Warehouse and Data centre.Warehouse Department costs of $200 000 are allocated on the basis of budgeted warehouse-hours.Data centre Department costs of $90 000 are allocated based on the number of computer log-on hours.The costs of operating departments Music and Books are $125 000 and $150 000,respectively.Data on budgeted warehouse-hours and number of computer log-on hours are as follows:

-Using the direct method,what amount of Warehouse Department costs will be allocated to Department Books?

• A)$90 000
• B)$120 000
• C)$70 000
• D)$87 500

Interpret the significance of the slope in a regression model in real-life contexts.

Utilize scatter diagrams to assess the appropriateness of a linear model.

Estimate values using the regression line in different contexts, including economics, health, and sales.

Explain the limitations of regression analysis, especially regarding the interpretation of the y-intercept.

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Definitions:

Base Period

An initial time period used as a reference point for comparison with subsequent time periods, often in economics or financial analyses.

Analysis Period

A specific time frame over which economic or financial performance is examined.

Horizontal Analysis

Financial analysis technique that compares account values reported on financial statements over two or more periods to identify trends and growth patterns.

Intra-company Analysis

The examination and comparison of financial and operational performance within different departments, divisions, or units of the same company.