Which of the Following Are Examples of Cost Reductions That

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are examples of cost reductions that can result from an acquisition?
I.allocating fixed overhead across a wider range of products
II.lowering office payroll costs by combining job functions
III.benefiting from economies of scale when purchasing raw materials
IV.reducing the number of management personnel required

• A)I and III only
• B)II and IV only
• C)I, II, and IV only
• D)II, III, and IV only
• E)I, II, III, and IV

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Definitions:

Overall

Pertaining to the total, aggregate, or general effect, situation, or assessment.

Absorption Costing

In this accounting method, the complete cost of manufacturing a product, taking into account direct materials, direct labor, along with variable and fixed overheads, is included in the product's price.

Variable Costing

An accounting method that includes only variable production costs (direct materials, direct labor, and variable manufacturing overhead) in product cost calculations, excluding fixed overhead.

Unit Product Cost

The total cost (both fixed and variable) to produce a unit of product, often used in pricing and decision-making processes.