Use the Information Below to Answer the Following Question(s)

question 127

Multiple Choice

Use the information below to answer the following question(s) .Craft Concept manufactures small tables in its Processing Department.Direct materials are added at the initiation of the production cycle and must be bundled in single kits for each unit.Conversion costs are incurred evenly throughout the production cycle.Before inspection, some units are spoiled due to non-detectable materials defects.Inspection occurs at the end of the process.Spoiled units generally constitute 5 percent of the good units.Data for December are as follows:

-The goal of separately identifying abnormal spoilage is to

• A)properly cost units in the system.
• B)assist in performance measurement.
• C)ensure that such units do not reach finished goods inventory.
• D)reduce abnormal spoilage to an acceptable level.
• E)reduce abnormal spoilage to nil.

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Definitions:

Activity Driver

An activity driver is a factor that influences the performance or cost of activities within a business, helping to accurately allocate costs based on actual consumption or usage.

Activity-based Costing System

An accounting approach that allocates costs to products based on the activities needed for their production, providing more accurate cost information.

Machine Setups

Refers to the configuration and preparation of machines before production runs, which can affect efficiency and downtime.

Production Volume

The total quantity of goods or products manufactured or produced within a certain period of time.