When Are a Product's Direct Materials Cost Most Likely to Be

question 108

Multiple Choice

When are a product's direct materials cost most likely to be locked in?

• A)when the product is designed
• B)when purchasing commits to buying the materials
• C)when the bill for the materials is paid
• D)when the materials are used in production
• E)when materials are received from the supplier

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