When Should the Overtime Premium of Direct Manufacturing Labour Be

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Essay

When should the overtime premium of direct manufacturing labour be considered an indirect manufacturing cost? A direct manufacturing cost?

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Definitions:

Selling Expenses

Costs incurred directly and indirectly in making sales, including salaries, commission, advertising, and promotional materials.

Administrative Expenses

Operating expenses not directly tied to the production of goods or services, such as salaries of administrative staff, office supplies, and utilities.

Contribution Margin

The amount by which sales revenue exceeds variable costs. It represents the portion of sales that helps to cover fixed costs.

Bottleneck Hour

The time period in a production process where the flow is constricted due to limitations in capacity or resources, causing delays.