Machine Usage in a Department Causes Most of the Overhead

question 120

Multiple Choice

Machine usage in a department causes most of the overhead costs such as depreciation expense,maintenance expense and repair expense.What is the most appropriate cost-allocation base for applying overhead costs to products?

• A) the number of machines
• B) the salvage value of the machines
• C) the average age of the machines
• D) the number of machine hours

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