Even Though the Difference in Labor-Force Participation Rates of U

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Even though the difference in labor-force participation rates of U.S. males and females has narrowed, the labor-force participation rate of males remains higher than that of females.

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Definitions:

Dual Rate System

A method of cost allocation where costs are divided into fixed and variable categories, with each being allocated differently.

Variable Overhead Rate

A measure used to estimate the variable costs that a business incurs during the production of a good or service.

Direct Labor Hours

The amount of time spent by workers directly involved in manufacturing a product.

Direct Materials

Raw materials that can be directly linked to the production of specific goods or services in a manufacturing process.