Which of the Following Would Be a Lag Measure

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would be a lag measure?

• A)budget forecasts
• B)sales per employee
• C)plant investment
• D)employee training hours

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Definitions:

CVP Analysis

Cost-Volume-Profit Analysis, a managerial accounting method that examines the impact of varying levels of costs and volume on operating profit.

Manufacturing Costs

These are expenses directly related to the production of goods, including labor, materials, and overhead.

Selling

The process of promoting and transferring goods or services to a buyer in exchange for money.

Contribution Margin Ratio

The percentage of each dollar of sales that is available to apply to fixed costs and contribute to net income; calculated as unit contribution margin divided by unit selling price.