An Indirect Cost Is Linked to a Cost Object by Identification

question 35

Multiple Choice

An indirect cost is linked to a cost object by identification of an appropriate:

• A) cost driver.
• B) allocation base.
• C) resource.
• D) activity.

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Definitions:

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