What Are the Main Advantages of Traditional Volume-Based Allocation Methods

question 99

Multiple Choice

What are the main advantages of traditional volume-based allocation methods compared to activity-based costing?

• A) Traditional volume-based methods are easier to use and less costly to implement and maintain.
• B) Traditional volume-based methods are more accurate and allowed by GAAP.
• C) Traditional volume-based methods are less accurate and easier to use.
• D) Traditional volume-based methods are harder to use and more costly to implement and maintain.
• E) There are no advantages to using traditional volume-based methods.

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Definitions:

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The act of acquiring exclusive control over a particular market or commodity, often seen as harmful to competition.

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Business arrangements where the sale of one product is tied to the purchase of another product.

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Antitrust Laws

Legislation enacted to prevent new monopolies from forming and to break up those that already exist, ensuring competition in the marketplace.