Which of the Following Would NOT Be a Criteria Used

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would NOT be a criteria used to rank departments to determine order of allocation under the sequential method?

• A)Rank the supporting departments in order of the amount of service rendered, from the greatest to the least.
• B)Rank the supporting departments in order of the support services rendered, measured by the direct costs of each support department with the department with the highest cost rendering the greatest service.
• C)Determine the total cost of a support department, both direct and allocated from other support departments, before ranking.
• D)Rank the supporting departments based on a percentage of service they render to other service departments.

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Definitions:

Incidental Supplies

Items or materials used occasionally and unpredictably in the course of work or daily activities, not central but necessary for completing tasks.

Vital Supplies

Essential items or materials required for life, health, and wellbeing, especially during emergencies or in medical settings.

Periodic Supplies

Items that are needed and replenished on a regular basis for the operation or maintenance of a process, system, or environment.

General Supplies

Items commonly used in various sectors such as office supplies, cleaning products, and basic operation materials.